Suri Cruise turns 18 as she's pictured in NY while 'estranged' dad Tom Cruise films in London
Suri Cruise, the daughter of Hollywood star Tom Cruise, was spotted celebrating her 18th birthday in New York City. The teenager was seen carrying a present bag and sporting a chic all-denim outfit.
Despite being miles away from her father, who is currently busy filming in London, Suri seemed to be enjoying her special day. She's expected to spend her birthday with her mum, Katie Holmes, at their home in the US.
Tom, 61, who is shooting scenes for the upcoming Mission Impossible movie, is unlikely to join his daughter's milestone celebration. This follows recent reports suggesting that Tom has little involvement in Suri's life.
Katie, 45, is said to be deeply involved in supporting her daughter's next big step, as Suri prepares for college. "Suri does not know her father anymore and she has not spent time with him in a decade. She does not go to see his movies and he has no part in her life," an insider revealed to MailOnline.
Despite their estrangement, Tom is set to cover Suri's educational expenses in line with their divorce settlement. The agreement stipulates that Tom will contribute $400,000 annually in child support until Suri turns 18, covering all her essential costs including "medical, dental, insurance, education, college and other extracurricular costs".
Suri might pursue a fashion degree in New York, with Fordham University being a potential choice. "Suri is applying to schools all over the place. [Katie] really does want her to stay in New York so they can be close to each other. Katie takes great pride in her but is also extremely overprotective," the source added.
Katie has reportedly been cautious about keeping Suri's life away from public scrutiny and her ex-husband's Scientology beliefs. The couple's marriage began with a Scientologist ceremony in Italy in 2006, but over time, Katie's discomfort with the church grew.
According to reports, Katie was determined not to raise Suri in the Church of Scientology, fearing she might become estranged from her daughter as apparently happened with Tom's ex Nicole Kidman and their children. As per a 2016 MailOnline article, Katie was incensed when Scientologists moved into their shared home.
Ron Miscavige, father of Scientology leader David Miscavige, described the church's practice of "disconnection" as "toxic" in an interview with MailOnline, which took place five years before his passing in 2016. He revealed: "That didn't sit so well with Katie."
OK! has contacted Tom's reps for comment.
