Maverick' star has turned down the prestigious arts award, as the president says he plans to personally host this year's ceremony.

Hollywood megastar Tom Cruise has reportedly turned down an invitation to accept the Kennedy Center Honorees. The Mission: Impossible actor, 63, was said to have been selected for the prestigious lifetime achievement award recognizing contributions to American culture through the arts.

Tom Cruise reportedly declined an invitation to receive a Kennedy Center Honor from President Donald Trump. However, the 'Mission: Impossible' star is set to receive an honorary Oscar later this year.