Tom Cruise, the renowned Hollywood actor, has been the latest victim of a death hoax, which circulated online, claiming he died in a plumbing accident.

The rumours started spreading across the internet on Friday, creating a frenzy among his fans, who expressed their shock and grief on social media platforms.

According to the false reports, the ‘Mission: Impossible’ star died following a bizarre plumbing mishap while he was in New Zealand.

However, the actor himself confirmed that the news was nothing more than a hoax, and he is alive and well.

Despite the baseless claims, Tom Cruise took the prank in good humour and found the odd manner of his supposed death amusing.

He laughed off the rumours and joked to MTV.com when asked if he was okay, “No, I’m not. I’m a hologram!” before adding, “I’m really alive. Did the internet get it wrong again? You can send the message out (I am still alive).”

False death stories targeting celebrities have become increasingly popular among online pranksters, with Tom Cruise being the latest victim of this trend.

Other celebrities who have been targeted in the past include Britney Spears, Jeff Goldblum, Kanye West, George Clooney and Matt Damon.

Tom Cruise, known for his action-packed roles in blockbuster movies, has had a successful career in the film industry, spanning several decades.

He has starred in some of the biggest hits in Hollywood, including ‘Top Gun,’ ‘Jerry Maguire,’ and ‘The Last Samurai.’

Apart from his acting career, Tom Cruise has also been in the headlines for his personal life, including his high-profile relationships and his involvement in Scientology.

He has been married three times, and his former wives include Mimi Rogers, Nicole Kidman, and Katie Holmes.

Tom Cruise is also known for performing his own stunts in movies, which has earned him a reputation as one of the most daring actors in Hollywood.

He has done several dangerous stunts, including hanging off a plane in ‘Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation’ and scaling the world’s tallest building in ‘Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol.’

Despite the false rumours, Tom Cruise continues to be one of the most popular and influential actors in Hollywood, with a massive fan following across the world.

His next project is ‘Top Gun: Maverick,’ the highly anticipated sequel to his 1986 hit movie ‘Top Gun.’