Politicians, Celebrities, Artists, and Influential Individuals Linked to Scientology

• Tom Cruise: One of the most high-profile Scientologists, known for his outspoken support of the church.
• John Travolta: Another prominent actor who has been a member of Scientology for many years.
• Kirstie Alley: Actress who has publicly supported Scientology.
• Elisabeth Moss: Actress known for her roles in “The Handmaid’s Tale” and “Mad Men,” raised as a Scientologist.
• Juliette Lewis: Actress and musician who has spoken about her Scientology beliefs.
• Beck Hansen: Musician who has been associated with Scientology, though he has made recent statements distancing himself from the church.
• Laura Prepon: Actress known for her roles in “That ’70s Show” and “Orange Is the New Black.”
• Jenna Elfman: Actress who has been a vocal advocate for Scientology.
• Giovanni Ribisi: Actor who has spoken about his Scientology beliefs.
• Nancy Cartwright: Voice actress best known as the voice of Bart Simpson, who has donated significant amounts to the church.
• Isaac Hayes: Late musician and actor who was a Scientologist.
• Michael Peña: Actor who has been linked to Scientology.

Controversial Scientology Beliefs

• Thetans: The belief that humans are immortal spiritual beings (thetans) that have lived through multiple past lives.
• Xenu: The story of Xenu, an alien dictator who brought billions of his people to Earth 75 million years ago, stacked them around volcanoes, and killed them with hydrogen bombs, leading to the creation of negative spiritual remnants called “body thetans.”
• Auditing: A form of spiritual counseling intended to rid individuals of negative influences from past traumas and experiences, often involving the use of an E-meter.
• Clear State: The belief that individuals can achieve a state of “Clear” where they are free from the subconscious memories of traumas known as “engrams.”
• Suppressive Persons (SPs): The designation of individuals who are seen as harmful to Scientology and its goals, often leading to excommunication and being shunned by other Scientologists.
• Disconnection: The practice of cutting off all communication with SPs, including family members, friends, and colleagues.
• Sea Organization (Sea Org): A religious order within Scientology whose members dedicate their lives to the church, often signing billion-year contracts and living under strict conditions.
• Confidential Teachings: The existence of advanced, confidential teachings that are only revealed to members as they progress up the “Bridge to Total Freedom.”
• Scientology Ethics and Justice: A complex system of rules and penalties designed to enforce discipline within the church, often criticized for its harshness.
• Fair Game Policy: A policy, officially canceled but still allegedly practiced, that permits retaliation against those perceived as enemies of Scientology.
• Financial Contributions: The requirement for members to make significant financial contributions to the church to access higher levels of teachings and auditing services.

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