On January 27, 2026, actress Mimi Rogers, Tom Cruise’s first ex-wife, celebrated her 70th birthday. Born Miriam Ann Spickler, Rogers began her career in television with appearances on Hill Street Blues and Quincy, M.E. in 1981. Her public profile rose significantly in 1987 when she married Cruise, then Hollywood’s rising star known for Risky Business, The Color of Money, and Top Gun. Rogers is also widely credited with introducing Cruise to Scientology, having grown up in the church and serving as his “auditor.” Their marriage lasted until 1990, ending just months before Cruise married Nicole Kidman.
Love Life and Family
Shortly after her divorce, Rogers met producer and assistant director Chris Ciaffa on the set of the 1991 TV movie Fourth Story. They dated for over a decade before marrying in March 2003 at a Beverly Hills courthouse, and their union remains strong. Rogers has spoken candidly about her approach to relationships, emphasizing friendship, acceptance, and patience as the foundation of lasting love.
The couple has two children. Their daughter, Lucy Rogers-Ciaffa, now 30, explored acting and directing before moving into a role at Amazon Studios in comedy development. Their son, Charlie Rogers-Ciaffa, 24, was a baseball player in high school and college and now works as a personal trainer, dietician, and bodybuilder.
Career Highlights
Rogers’ career flourished after her divorce, with critical acclaim for her role in the 1991 drama The Rapture. Other notable films include The Mirror Has Two Faces (1996), Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997), Ginger Snaps (2000), and Hope Springs (2012). On television, she starred in Paper Dolls (1984), had recurring roles on The X-Files, The Loop, Two and a Half Men, NCIS, and played major roles in Bosch (2015-21) and Bosch: Legacy (2022-25). Rogers returned to the big screen in 2026 with Night Nurse, marking her first feature film role in eight years.
Other Ventures
Beyond acting, Rogers is also a professional poker player. While she played as a teenager, she entered competitive tournaments in 2003 with the World Poker Tour and last competed in 2010. As a member of the WPT board, she has accumulated nearly $40,000 in winnings.
From Hollywood starlet to accomplished actress, mother, and poker enthusiast, Mimi Rogers continues to lead a dynamic and multifaceted life at 70.
