Actor Tom Cruise and singer Janet Jackson share more in common than some may think.

It’s not entirely clear how Cruise and Jackson initially crossed paths and made a connection.

One can assume that their years in the entertainment industry placed them in many rooms together.

Tom Cruise and Janet Jackson

No matter how it began, the pair’s friendship is seemingly still going strong today.

Cruise addressed their viral picture when speaking withEntertainment Tonight, particularly the nickname Jackson affectionately gave to him.

“Yeah, she calls me T. Look, she can call me whatever she wants.

Tom Cruise waving

She’s Janet Jackson!

She’s a goddess,” he told correspondent Nischelle Turner.

Like Cruise, several celebrities have shown up to support Jackson’s bestselling tour.

Janet Jackson smiling on stage

Stars such as Angela Bassett andlongtime friend Missy Elliottmade time to see the living legend perform.

Only time will tell.