Tom Cruise declined an invitation to be a 2025 Kennedy Center Honoree, citing scheduling conflicts. President Trump unveiled the honorees, including Kiss, George Strait, and Sylvester Stallone, and announced he will personally host the ceremony. Trump also intends to award himself an honor. The event will take place December 7th and air on CBS. The Kennedy Center and Cruise's representatives declined comment.

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