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Tom Cruise has been the epitome of acting in Hollywood for quite a long time and his being one of the highest-paid performers hugely backs his standing in the industry. Although he is over 60 years old, he has been avidly involved with the entertainment endeavor for decades and has also led this era of performers with his multiple blockbuster movies and franchise roles across varied genres.
Tom Cruise has also been acquainted with many female celebrities throughout his career in the show business and among the many, his relationship with Katie Holmes was the one that received a lot of spotlight as both of them were star actors in the early 2000s. However, there was a major controversy related to Holmes as it was reported that the actress changed the ending of a show,Dawson’s Creek,just because she did not like it.
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Katie Holmes Forced the Creator ofDawson’s Creekto Alter Its Ending
The originalDawson’s Creekconclusion was bitterly disliked by Katie Holmes, who forced the show’s creator Kevin Williamson to change it. Dawson and Joey were supposed to be together in the original finale, but Holmes thought that this was not accurate for the characters or their journey. She had been in a relationship with Pacey intermittently throughout the series and wanted Joey to marry him. The Pacey-and-Joey ship was also backed by the show’s executive producer, Paul Stupin.
Although Williamson originally resisted changing the conclusion, he eventually consented. Joey and Pacey were married in the rewritten finale, while Dawson remained unmarried. Fans’ reactions to this conclusion were divided; some praised it for being more realistic while others criticized it for being a betrayal of the original program. Apart from this situation, the show was an absolute blast and an all-time fan favorite.
Also read:“I fell in love, I had my first love”: Tom Cruise’s Ex-wife Katie Holmes Was Afraid to Marry Her First Love Despite Their Strong Bonding
During an interview withTVLine,Tom Kapinos, the screenwriter and executive producer of the show shared his view on the situation and how Katie Holmes’ reacted to the fact thatDawson and Joey were scripted to end up together. He also shared in the interview that Holmes strongly resented this particular ending and pressured Williamson to change it. He said,“Katie freaked out. ‘I don’t want to end up with Dawson'”
This statement was made by Tom Kapinos during an interview withTVLine.
Dawson’s Creekwas one of the most successful teen dramas of all time. It received plaudits for portraying adolescent life realistically and for having interesting characters. Moreover, it is a heartwarming, humorous, and dramatic show. The show has a massive cult following and is still a popular show nowadays.
Katie Holmes’ Rise in the Hollywood Industry
Katie Holmes had many movie appearances while she was onDawson’s Creek, including many major projects likeTeaching Mrs. Tingle, Abandon,andPieces of April. She also co-starred with Christian Bale in Christopher Nolan’sThe Dark Knighttrilogy movieBatman Begins. Holmes’ standing as a prominent actress in Hollywood was cemented by the critical and financial success of the DC movie.
Also read:“I let her do her thing”: Katie Holmes Allowed Daughter to Work on Her Project Despite Always Wanting “The Highest Level of Talent”
Katie Holmes has since acted in other movies, such asMad Money, The Romantics,andWoman in Gold. Holmes is a gifted actress with a fruitful Hollywood career. She has acted in several popular movies, but she is most recognized for her role as Joey Potter onDawson’s Creek. Apart from being a talented actor, she is also an amazing mother to her daughter, Suri Cruise.
Source:TVLine
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