Tom Cruise seems to have quite an influence on the women in his life. His first wife, Nicole Kidman, got involved in Scientology because of him (and then left it again after their marriage ended). Now his new love, Penelope Cruz, is getting involved in Scientology as well.

The Times of India reports:

According to rate the music.com, the actress is embracing the teachings of the Church of Scientology, having been converted to the religion by devoted follower Tom Cruise. ... "Thanks to my boy, I have got to know Scientology and I can only say positive things about it," she said.

If all she can say are positive things, does that mean that she hasn't taken a close enough look at it to have an informed opinion? What are the chances that she'll stick with Scientology once her relationship with Cruise ends (as it probably will, eventually)?

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