What happened to Mel Gibson and Tom Cruise? Did the celebrity elevator stop a few flights short ?

Question

Mel Gibson used to be one of the hugest male stars. I remember loving almost every movie he was in!. Now he's kind of a joke..........

Tom Cruise used to be one of the most famous actors in the world, he was the "it" guy for a long time! Now he's kind of a religious nut and weirdo.

What happened to these two? There are a few other celebrities that seem to be off their rocker too lately.

What has happened?

Answer 1

the alcohol got to Mel Gibson he has been a alcoholic for years.
tom cruse just got brainwashed by a religious group.

Answer 2

Mel is an idiot.