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Thomas Jeffrey Hanks is an American actor and filmmaker. Born in Concord, California, on July 9, 1956, he has achieved significant critical and commercial success, winning two Academy Awards, seven Emmy Awards, and four Golden Globe Awards. In 2020, Hanks was ranked as the fourth-highest-grossing American film actor of all time. He has also received nominations for five BAFTA Awards and a Tony Award.
Hanks was born to Janet Marylyn (Frager), a hospital worker, and Amos Mefford Hanks, an itinerant cook. His mother's family was originally surnamed Fraga and was entirely Portuguese, while his father was of mostly English ancestry.
Hanks is the father of actor Colin Hanks.
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Tom Hanks stars in 'The American Experiment,' a new five-part Netflix series that is rapidly becoming the most anticipated TV event of 2026.
