Tom Cruise Reflects On Iconic ‘Risky Business’ Scene 40 Years Later: ‘I Still’ Dance In My Underwear

Leave it to Tom Cruise to top himself again and again! Tom told Access Hollywood’s Scott Evans at the “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1” premiere in Rome over the weekend that when it comes to doing his own death-defying stunts, his reasoning is simple. “Well, you know, you never have to. But I want to,” the icon said. “I want to thrill that audience, I want to do everything I can.” Now 60, Tom has been dominating Hollywood for more than four decades and he went on to reflect on one of his star-making roles as it celebrates a major milestone. When telling Scott about the 40th anniversary of “Risky Business,” Tom remembered filming the now-iconic dance scene and how grateful he is to have had it launch him into a new level of success. “[L]ook, I grew up dancing in my underwear in my house. Who didn’t?” he smiled, adding, “[T]hat was a formative experience and I feel very lucky to have that opportunity, to be able to have that kind of script and that kind of material at that age.” Though Tom only continues to prove himself as a powerhouse on and off camera, he’s still in touch with his “Risky Business” roots! When Scott asked if he dances in his underwear from time to time today, Tom delivered a relatable answer. “Yeah, I still,” he nodded. “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1” hits theaters on July 12.