As Tom Cruise remains busy filming the latest Mission Impossible installment in the UK, his daughter Suri Cruise is marking her 18th birthday in New York City.

Seen on the streets of the Big Apple on Wednesday, Suri was photographed holding a lovely bunch of pink carnations while dressed in a stylish all-denim outfit.

Despite being miles apart from her father, she seemed ready for her birthday festivities.

Recent snapshots captured Suri happily celebrating her milestone birthday, strolling with a friend and carrying bags of gifts through downtown Manhattan even amidst the rain.

Her joyful demeanor indicated that the inclement weather did not hinder her celebration spirits.

The young adult is believed to be spending her special day with her mother Katie Holmes at their home in the United States.

Suri has led a separate life from her father for over ten years, as he remains engrossed in his film commitments in London.

Tom Cruise is currently engrossed in shooting scenes for the upcoming Mission Impossible movie, and just recently, he was seen filming an intense helicopter sequence.

It appears unlikely that he will be able to make it to America to join his daughter on her significant birthday.

Reports have surfaced suggesting that Tom has little to no involvement in Suri’s life.

While she has been contemplating college applications, she is doing so without her father’s assistance due to their strained relationship.

Suri has expressed interest in pursuing studies at a fashion college in New York.

Katie Holmes is reportedly deeply engaged in guiding her daughter through the application process as she prepares to take the next step in her academic journey.

A source disclosed that Suri has had minimal contact with her father for the past decade and has not been part of his movie-watching or personal life.

Despite their estrangement, Tom Cruise is obligated to cover his daughter’s tuition fees as per their divorce agreement.

Documents reveal that he agreed to pay Katie $400,000 monthly until Suri turned 18, covering all her essential expenses, including education, healthcare, and extracurricular activities.

There are indications that Suri might opt to pursue fashion studies at Fordham University in New York, a choice that aligns with her mother’s desire to remain close to her.

Katie is known to be both proud and protective of her daughter, ensuring she receives the necessary support and guidance for her future endeavors.

Katie has taken steps to shield Suri from public scrutiny and also from the influence of Scientology, a belief system that Tom adheres to.

Their marriage, officiated in Italy in 2006 under Scientologist principles, faced challenges as Katie grew uncomfortable with the church’s doctrines.

Allegedly, Katie was adamant about not raising Suri as a Scientologist, drawing from her observations of Tom’s previous wife, Nicole Kidman, who reportedly distanced herself from the religion and her children.

Reports suggest that Katie’s discomfort with Scientology deepened when members of the church infiltrated their household.

Ron Miscavige, the father of a prominent Scientology leader, highlighted the church’s controversial practice of “disconnection,” which he described as toxic.

He noted Katie’s unease with this policy and her decision to distance herself from Scientology, a stance she maintained even after her divorce from Tom Cruise.