Tom Cruise shoots commercial at the famous Hollywood sign

When it comes to adventure, Tom Cruise, 61 years old, is the first star to be remembered. This week the actor filmed a commercial in the heights, in a famous tourist spot in California.

In an electrifying display of skill and courage, Cruise was photographed climbing the Hollywood Signthe famous Hollywood sign for an Olympic-themed commercial.

The scenes were recorded by cameras and drones.

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Postcard

Built on the hill of Mount Lee, the Hollywood sign is an iconic emblem of the city, with its white, capital letters standing more than 13 meters high and with a total length of more than 100 meters.

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An Interesting Origin

Originally, in 1923, the sign emerged as a marketing strategy to publicize a new real estate development in the hills near Hollywood. Initially, it was called Hollywoodland and was planned to be on display for just a year and a half. However, with the glow of Hollywood's golden age, it established itself as a city landmark.

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Over the years, it faced wear, accidents and vandalism, which led to its restoration and the removal of the “land” suffix, resulting in the Hollywood we know today. The renovation process was supported financially by private donations.