Famous Scientology Couples

Famous Scientologist Couples

While Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes are in the media spotlight, Scientology boasts a bevy of celebrity couples. They may not get as much publicity as TomKat, but many are involved in Scientology charities, appear at Scientology functions, and speak openly in the press about how their religion has changed their lives.

In honor of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes Scientologist wedding, here are ten of the most prominent celebrity Scientologist couples.

1. JOHN TRAVOLTA AND KELLY PRESTON

John Travolta, a veteran TV and film actor, and actress Kelly Preston married in a Scientology ceremony in France in September 1991, but they had to have a second ceremony because their wedding was not invalid in France. The couple has two children, Jett and Ella Bleu. Last year, rumors began to circulate that Jett Travolta is autistic and that his parents have withheld treatment because Scientology does not believe that autism is a disease. Travolta and Preston have denied these stories. Scientology does not approve of mood-altering drugs, and Preston is an outspoken opponent of the use of Ritalin to treat children diagnosed with ADHD.

2. TOM CRUISE AND KATIE HOLMES

These actors are by far the best-known Scientologist couple. Cruise was introduced to Scientology by ex-wife Mimi Rogers and credits the religion for curing his dyslexia. Cruise's second wife, Nicole Kidman, had their Scientology marriage annulled so that she could remarry in the Catholic Church. In 2005, Cruise criticized actress Brooke Shields for taking antidepressants to deal with post-partum depression. He helped to establish a facility in New York City that used Scientology principles to help 9/11 rescue workers who had been exposed to toxic chemicals. On Nov. 18, Cruise and Holmes were married in a Scientology ceremony in Italy with David Miscavige, head of the Church of Scientology, as best man. The couple has an infant daughter, Suri.

3. JENNA ELFMAN AND BODHI ELFMAN

Jenna and Bodhi, both actors, attend services at the Scientology Center in L.A. Bodhi, nephew of well-known composer Danny Elfman, introduced Jenna to the religion. She converted in 1991, and they were married in 1995. Jenna allegedly once said that she did not contribute to AIDS charities because "AIDS is a state of mind, not a disease." Last year, they became tabloid fodder when they approached director John Roecker, who was wearing a "Scientology is Gay" T-shirt. Bystanders said that Jenna asked Roecker repeatedly what crimes he had committed. Confronting people with their behavior is common in the Scientology practice of "auditing."

4. LEAH REMINI AND ANGELO PAGAN

Remini, who stars on the popular sitcom "The King of Queens," married Pagan, also an actor, in 2003. A longtime Scientologist, Remini has been known to send pamphlets about the religion to fans who write to her. Remini is a close friend of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes and was one of the first people to see their daughter, Suri, before photos of the baby were made public. Along with Bodhi Elfman and other Scientology celebrities, Remini participated in the opening of the Scientology "Psychiatry: An Industry of Death" Museum, which links Hitler to the study of psychiatry.

5. BECK AND MARISSA RIBISI

Writer/actor Ribisi, the twin sister of actor Giovanni Ribisi, married the avant-garde musician Beck in 2004. Beck's parents are Jewish, although he was raised as a Scientologist. - Marissa's website links to Scientology charities and her favorite quote from Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard. Unlike his wife, Beck doesn't like to discuss Scientology in interviews. He admits to following the religion and has said that it "brings joy" and "has reinforced certain things that were really constructive and good." The couple has a two-year-old son, Cosimo.

6. CATHERINE BELL AND ADAM BEASON

Bell, an actor best known for her role on the TV show "JAG," and Beason got married in 1994. In addition to acting, Bell is involved with many Scientology charities, including the Hollywood Education and Literacy Project (HELP). Earlier this year, Bell and other Scientologist celebrities, including Isaac Hayes and Jenna Elfman, appeared in a music video called "United," which promotes Scientology's International Human Rights Department. During an appearance on Howard Stern's radio show, Bell defended Scientology, claiming that the religion has made her a better actress and a more confident person. Beason, who is also an actor, keeps a low profile in the press. The couple has a daughter, Gemma.

7. LAURA PREPON AND CHRISTOPHER KENNEDY MASTERSON

Although this young Hollywood couple isn't married, they have been living together for more than five years. Both got their big breaks on popular sitcoms- Prepon on "That '70s Show," and Masterson on "Malcolm in the Middle." Masterson and his parents are involved in Scientology, and he introduced Prepon to the faith. The website Truth About Scientology lists Masterson as having completed 11 levels of Scientology courses and Prepon as having completed seven. The couple broke up briefly in 2007 and are now back together. Prepon is now playing the female lead on the TV drama "October Road."

8. GIOVANNI RIBISI AND MARIAH O'BRIEN

Ribisi, a character actor, is the twin brother of Marissa Ribisi, who is married to Beck. The twins were raised as Scientologists by their parents, Albert and Gay. Ribisi praises the religion for keeping him away from many Hollywood vices. Ribisi and O'Brien, now divorced, were married for three and a half years and have a daughter, Lucia. O'Brien is still officially listed as a Church of Scientology member and completed her most recent course of study in 2005. She attained the level of "Clear," which means a person has "been cleared of negative influences."

9. JASON LEE AND BETH RIESGRAF

Although Jason Lee's TV persona, Earl Hickey of "My Name is Earl," is a believer in karma, Lee is a follower of Scientology. Lee and his first wife, actress Carmen Llywelyn, divorced in 2001 after six years of marriage. Lee is now engaged to actor Beth Riesgraf. They have a son, Pilot Inspektor, whose name is believed to have a meaning in Scientology texts. Riesgraf has completed 14 levels of Scientology courses, including "How to Be a Successful Parent," and has achieved the rank of Clear.

10. ISAAC HAYES AND ADJOWA HAYES

Seventies R&B star Isaac Hayes returned to the spotlight as the Chef on the cartoon series "South Park," but after a controversial episode about Tom Cruise that lampooned Scientology, Hayes left the show in protest. "Scientology is the gateway to eternity. It is the path to happiness and total spiritual freedom," said Hayes. "I know because it has worked for me. The more time and effort I invest, the more I receive. I highly recommend it." Adjowa, who is Hayes' fourth wife, has no known connection to Scientology. The couple has been married since 2005 and has a young son, Nana.

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