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Actor Tom Cruise and former soccer star David Beckham have been friends for nearly two decades, and their bond was on full display at the World Cup game in Los Angeles.. The two were spotted mingling during the lighthearted festivities and watched United States take on Paraguay during the match.

Cruise, 63, was seen welcoming the former Spice Girls member to the VIP area as the pair briefly held hands. earlier in the day, the actor helped celebrate Beckham's major milestone as he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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Cruise and Beckham's friendship began in 2007 when the soccer player signed with LA Galaxy. The actor has been a longtime supporter of Beckham's career, and their friendship has been a subject of interest for fans and the media.

Beckham, who was dapper in a navy suit, was also supported by his wife Victoria, who glammed up in a figure-hugging dress. The couple, who tied the knot in 1999, were spotted sharing a sweet kiss during the ceremony in Hollywood.

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Cruise stated that Beckham has 'inspired generations around the world to watch and play the game.' He also recalled the star's iconic shot from the halfway line during a match back in 1996. The ball was in the air for just three and a half seconds.

A source close to the Beckhams told the Daily Mail, 'It's a full circle moment for David. Never back then did he think he and Tom would become friends, but they have, and there was only one person who could have done the induction speech for David.'

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Cruise and Beckham's friendship has been a subject of interest for fans and the media. The two have been spotted together on several occasions, including a 2019 screening of Jerry Maguire.

Beckham was also supported by his wife Victoria, who glammed up in a figure-hugging dress. The couple , who tied the knot in 1999, were spotted sharing a sweet kiss during the ceremony in Hollywood.

Cruise has also been keeping busy and recently attended a screening of Steven Spielberg's latest thriller Disclosure Day in L.A. on Thursday. During the event, he crossed paths with his former castmates Colin Farrell and Dakota Fanning.