Tom Cruise Absent from Daughter Suri’s Life as She Prepares for College

Katie Holmes' 16-year-old daughter, Suri, is currently in the process of applying to colleges with the assistance of her mother.

However, one person who won't be involved in this important decision is Suri's father, Tom Cruise.

According to a close source, the actor has no part in his child's life and has been estranged from her since 2013, following his divorce from Katie.

Suri, who will turn 17 next month, has already sent out some college applications and is seriously considering studying fashion in New York City.

This choice would make her mother, Katie, very happy as she takes great pride in her daughter's style sense.

However, Katie is also feeling overwhelmed by the idea of Suri going off to college and wants her to stay close by in New York.

While Katie is actively involved in helping Suri with her college applications, Tom will not be playing a role in the process.

Their divorce agreement states that Tom will pay Suri's college tuition costs, along with other expenses, but he does not have a relationship with his daughter.

The ultra-secret divorce documents reveal that Tom agreed to pay Katie $400,000 per year until Suri turns 18.

It was reported that Katie chose to end their marriage due to concerns about raising Suri as a Scientologist, a religion that Tom is deeply committed to.

This decision caused a major rift between them and resulted in their distant relationship over the years.

Despite Tom's absence, Katie has been dedicated to providing a loving and supportive environment for Suri.

Being raised by a single mom in New York has shaped Suri into the intelligent and mature young woman she is today.

She has a close group of friends and knows where she comes from.

Aside from her interest in fashion, Suri has also displayed talent in music and may consider studying it in college.

Last year, she sang on the soundtrack of a rom-com directed by Katie.

The mother-daughter duo has a strong bond, and Katie has always put Suri first.

While Tom has not seen Suri in over a decade, he does have a close relationship with his other children from his previous marriage to Nicole Kidman.

However, Nicole, who divorced Tom due to his Scientology ties, has also been estranged from him for nearly 20 years.

In 2019, author Samantha Domingo revealed that Tom was not allowed to have a relationship with Suri because she is not a Scientologist.

According to church beliefs, Suri is seen as a spiritual being in Tom's daughter's body.

Tom, however, disputed this claim and stated that his busy work schedule prevented him from seeing Suri regularly.

Tom and Katie were once one of Hollywood's most famous couples.

They got married in 2006 but divorced six years later.

In an interview, Tom expressed surprise at the end of their marriage and emphasized the importance of having a sense of humor in life.

As Suri prepares for college, she will have her mother's unwavering support, even though her father remains absent from her life.

Katie will continue to prioritize Suri's well-being and ensure that she has every opportunity to succeed.