Revisiting the Iconic Characters of Risky Business Cast: Where Are They Now?
In the early 1980s, Risky Business, a teen comedy-drama, became a blockbuster hit and launched Tom Cruise’s career into stardom. The movie depicts the journey of a high school student named Joel Goodsen, who turns his family’s home into a high-end brothel after his parents leave him alone for the weekend.
But what happened to the rest of the cast after the movie’s phenomenal success? Where are they now? In this article, we revisit the iconic characters of Risky Business cast and delve into their current lives.
Tom Cruise (Joel Goodsen)
Tom Cruise played the lead role Joel Goodsen, who ultimately transforms from a naive high school student into a shrewd businessman. After Risky Business, Cruise went on to become one of the blockbuster Hollywood actors with a string of hits such as Top Gun, Jerry Maguire, and the Mission: Impossible franchise.
In addition to his acting career, Cruise is known for his philanthropy work and leadership in the Church of Scientology, which he has been an active member of since the early 1990s.
Rebecca De Mornay (Lana)
Rebecca De Mornay portrayed Lana, a high-class call girl who helps Joel in his pursuit of entrepreneurial success. After Risky Business, De Mornay’s acting career never reached the same level of success as Cruise’s. However, she did make notable appearances in movies like The Hand that Rocks the Cradle and Wedding Crashers.
In recent years, De Mornay has shifted her focus to television shows and has appeared in popular series like Jessica Jones, The Ranch, and Lucifer.
Curtis Armstrong (Miles)
Curtis Armstrong played Miles Dowler, Joel’s best friend and confidant. He is best remembered for his famous quote, “Sometimes you just gotta say, ‘What the heck, make your move. Joel, every now and then, saying ‘What the heck.’ ‘What the heck’ gives you freedom.”
After Risky Business, Armstrong made various appearances in TV shows and movies, notably playing Booger in the Revenge of the Nerds movie series. Armstrong is still active in the entertainment industry and has dubbed voices in various animated series like American Dad! and Robot Chicken.
Joe Pantoliano (Guido, Lana’s Pimp)
Joe Pantoliano played Guido, Lana’s pimp, and Joel’s eventual adversary. After Risky Business, Pantoliano went on to make notable appearances in various TV shows and movies like The Fugitive, The Sopranos, and Memento. He is also known for his role as Cypher in The Matrix.
In addition to his acting career, Pantoliano is a mental health advocate and started a mental health foundation called “No Kidding, Me Too!” which aims to raise awareness about mental health issues.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Risky Business is a timeless classic that launched the careers of many great actors. While Tom Cruise remains a blockbuster star, the rest of the cast members have had varying degrees of success. However, all of them went on to continue to make a significant contribution to the entertainment industry in their unique way. As their careers continue to evolve, it would be interesting to see where their journeys take them next.
