Tom Cruise to support David Beckham’s acting ambition

Los Angeles: Actor Tom Cruise has reportedly promised to help soccer ace David Beckham become an actor.

“Beckham has always wanted to be an action-film star, and Cruise promised him a long time ago he can make those dreams come true,” a source told National Enquirer magazine.

Beckham, 38, announced he was retiring from football this month after playing the game for more than 20 years and could pursue his new dream.

“Beckham still loved soccer but feels that now is a great time to transition into film while he’s still young enough to land top-notch roles,” the source added.

Beckham and his wife Victoria became close to Cruise when the Beckhams relocated to Los Angeles. After 10 years away, the couple have moved back to London.