The death of Robert Redford earlier this week reminded many Westporters of his long friendship with fellow actor Paul Newman.
Many residents recalled encounter with the pair here, at hangouts like the Ship’s Lantern bar and Tavern on Main restaurant.
But Newman entertained at least one other superstar, as these undated photos posted to social media by Christopher Maroc show.
Paul Newman, in the backyard of his North Avenue home, with Tom Cruise …
… and in the nearby Aspetuck River.
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