**Steven Spielberg Finally Admits What Really Happened In Scientology**
In a recent, surprising revelation, legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg opened up about his encounters with Scientology and the mystery that has surrounded his relationship with the controversial organization for decades. Though Spielberg himself has never been directly associated with the church, his close associations with celebrities like Tom Cruise—who famously has been one of Scientology’s most prominent figures—left fans speculating about his knowledge or involvement.
For years, Spielberg kept quiet about the rumors, perhaps not wanting to add to the already complex public narrative surrounding Hollywood and Scientology. But in a candid conversation, he finally shed light on what he knew and shared insights that reveal a lot about the church’s influence within the entertainment industry.
### The Early Days: Spielberg and Scientology
According to Spielberg, his first real insight into Scientology came through Tom Cruise during their collaboration on *War of the Worlds*. As one of the biggest movie stars in Hollywood, Cruise was also a dedicated Scientologist, and he often spoke openly about his beliefs. While Spielberg has always been respectful of others’ beliefs, he admitted that he found the church’s practices “unconventional and intense.”
Spielberg said, “There were definitely moments during *War of the Worlds* when I could see just how deeply Tom’s belief system affected his day-to-day life and work. I respected that about him—his commitment. But it was also clear that the Church of Scientology had a very real influence over certain aspects of his life and career.”
