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Smith Puts His Money Where His Church Is (Maybe)

Posted May 19, 08 12:05 PM CDT in Arts & Living,  Gossip 

(Newser) – Doing little to dispel widespread rumors that he's a new recruit to Scientology, Will Smith is funding a school that will use teaching methods devised by L. Ron Hubbard. Smith's own kids will attend the school, reports the Guardian. So-called "Study Technology" has been criticized for its ties to religious dogma and lack of data about its educational value.

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Will Smith with Tom Cruise at a ceremony at Grauman's Chinese Theatre.   (Getty Images (by Event) Individuals)
L. Ron Hubbard   (Archive Photos)
Actors Tom Cruise and Will Smith pose for a photo.   (Getty Images)
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