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Thomas Jeffrey "Tom" Hanks, born in 1956 in California, is one of Hollywood's most popular, acclaimed, and highly-grossing actors.

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Tom Hanks waving at the premiere of Elvis

Tom Hanks waving at the premiere of Elvis

Tom Hanks receives 2 Razzies for his role in 'Elvis' biopic

Tom Hanks took home two of the undesirable Razzie awards, while Jared Leto won the year's worst actor for 'Morbius'.

Mehran Karimi Nasseri awakes in terminal one of Paris Charles De Gaulle airport on August 12, 2004

Mehran Karimi Nasseri awakes in terminal one of Paris Charles De Gaulle airport on August 12, 2004

Iranian exile, stuck for years in French airport, dies

Mehran Karimi Nasseri, who inspired Tom Hanks' movie The Terminal, died of natural causes at Charles de Gaulle airport.

Six women, dressed in baseball jerseys and helmets with baseball gloves, squat on the playing field

Six women, dressed in baseball jerseys and helmets with baseball gloves, squat on the playing field

Baseball's not for women — or is it?

New Amazon Prime series looks at first women's baseball league that had a rough start in the US in the 1940s.

Scene from "Elvis" (2022)

Scene from "Elvis" (2022)

Curtains up at Cannes

Cannes is back with a full lineup again. A sneak preview of the world's premiere film festival

Tom Hanks wearing glasses and a suit, in a press conference announcing the release of Greyhound

Tom Hanks wearing glasses and a suit, in a press conference announcing the release of Greyhound

Star Tom Hanks still wows audiences at 65

He could be our neighbor, our brother, or our friend. Tom Hanks is someone we can all relate to. He turns 65 on July 9.

Helena Zengel (left) and Tom Hanks (right) in a still from the film 'News of the World'

Helena Zengel (left) and Tom Hanks (right) in a still from the film 'News of the World'

Helena Zengel: Germany's young Hollywood star

The 12-year-old actress now stars alongside Tom Hanks in the film "News of the World," released on Netflix.

DW Euromaxx 06.02.21 Helena Zengel

DW Euromaxx 06.02.21 Helena Zengel

Helena Zengel: The Rising Star

Just twelve years old, and already an international star: Meet Helena Zengel.

USA Washington | Amtseinführung: Joe Biden - Lady Gaga singt die Nationalhymne

USA Washington | Amtseinführung: Joe Biden - Lady Gaga singt die Nationalhymne

Stars at the Biden-Harris inauguration

Joe Biden's inauguration was a star-studded event. Here are some of the big names that took part.

68. Internationale Filmfestspiele Berlin Robert Pattinson

68. Internationale Filmfestspiele Berlin Robert Pattinson

Coronavirus: Celebrities who've tested positive

From Hollywood to Bollywood, numerous celebrities have contracted COVID-19 since the pandemic broke out.

Winston Groom

Winston Groom

'Forrest Gump' author Winston Groom dies

The Vietnam War-era journalist's bestseller and film, starring Tom Hanks, explored the US via an unusual character.

Film still 'Greyhound' with Tom Hanks

Film still 'Greyhound' with Tom Hanks

'Greyhound' reflects changes in the film industry

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the most recent Tom Hanks movie will not be released in movie theaters. A new trend?

Ellen Pompeo Schauspielerin

Ellen Pompeo Schauspielerin

Hollywood stars on the coronavirus

Celebrities such as Lady Gaga and Ben Affleck are using their online reach to draw attention to the coronavirus risk.

Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks

Coronavirus: Celebrities raise outbreak awareness after diagnosis

As the COVID-19 pandemic grips the world, celebrities are using their own diagnosis to encourage others to self-isolate.

Reihe: 300 Jahre Robinson Crusoe - Verfilmungen

Reihe: 300 Jahre Robinson Crusoe - Verfilmungen

Robinson Crusoe: undaunted at 300

Why Daniel Defoe's castaway novel is still up to date 300 years on.

Meryl Streep, Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks on the set of "The Post"

Meryl Streep, Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks on the set of "The Post"

Spielberg's 'The Post' reacts to today's era of 'fake news'

Steven Spielberg's movie on the Pentagon Papers scandal in the 1970s is an allegory of the current political climate.

Berlin Berlinale Meryl Streep

Berlin Berlinale Meryl Streep

Streep wants to hear Melania and Ivanka Trump on #MeToo

Criticized for claiming that she didn't know anything about Weinstein's offenses, the actress asked to hear from others.

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A little car that came a long way

The Fiat 126p was built in Communist Poland in the 1970s. At the time, it was a symbol of luxury. By today's standards, it's a humble but charming vehicle. Among its unlikely fans: Hollywood star Tom Hanks.

US-Filmverband kürt Spielberg-Drama «The Post» zum Film des Jahres

US-Filmverband kürt Spielberg-Drama «The Post» zum Film des Jahres

Spielberg's 'The Post': a cautionary tale of press freedom

Steven Spielberg's new movie "The Post" details a battle for press freedom at the height of the Watergate scandal.

Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks publishes short stories

Like many stars who've become authors, the actor flaunts his love of typewriters in "Uncommon Type: Some Stories."

11 authors who got their start as actors

Tom Hanks is just the latest in a line of actors who have published their own writing.

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Obama honors 'folks who helped make me who I am'

Barack Obama's last round of Presidential Medal of Freedom winners highlighted LGBT rights and people of color.

Filmstill Inferno

Filmstill Inferno

Dan Brown's 'Inferno' goes through Dante's circles of hell

Tom Hanks, aka Professor Langdon, and co-star Felicity Jones run to stop a virus that could wipe out half of the world.

Still from Sully by Clint Eastwood with Tom Hanks, Copyright: Warner Bros.

Still from Sully by Clint Eastwood with Tom Hanks, Copyright: Warner Bros.

Clint Eastwood and Tom Hanks retell Hudson River landing

At 86, Clint Eastwood may be politically unpopular, but has offered a based-on-a-true-story film with hit potential.

Tom Hanks in 'Charlie Wilson's War,' Copyright: Imago/EntertainmentPictures

Tom Hanks in 'Charlie Wilson's War,' Copyright: Imago/EntertainmentPictures

The guy next door: Tom Hanks turns 60

He's one of Hollywood's biggest stars - and one of the most relatable. Tom Hanks turns 60 on July 9.

Tom Tykwer

Tom Tykwer

Movie maestro Tom Tykwer

Tom Tykwer is known for his stylish films and experimental style. Now he’s even conquered Hollywood.

Deutschland Hans Christoph von Bock, Tom Tykwer und Adrian Kennedy in Berlin

Deutschland Hans Christoph von Bock, Tom Tykwer und Adrian Kennedy in Berlin

A Hologram for the King

The new film by Tom Tykwer, with Tom Hanks: surprising, with subtle humor.

Tom Tykwer, Copyright: picture-alliance/empics/PA Wire/D. Leal-Olivas

Tom Tykwer, Copyright: picture-alliance/empics/PA Wire/D. Leal-Olivas

With Tom Hanks in the desert: Why Tom Tykwer is optimistic

Gernan director Tom Tykwer speaks with DW about the inspiration for his latest blockbuster.

Scene from A Hologram for the King Copyright: X Verleih

Scene from A Hologram for the King Copyright: X Verleih

Tom Tykwer's 'Hologram' premieres in New York

A comedy that portrays the clash of cultures with Tom Hanks in the lead role, subtle humor and great locations.

Bridge of Spies

Bridge of Spies

ʺBridge of Spies:" Spielberg's new thriller

Steven Spielberg shot a spy movie in Berlin and Potsdam.

KINO - The Movie Magazine | 05.03.2016

KINO presents a special show about the Cold War on film and the new thriller by Steven Spielberg.

Bridge of Spies

Bridge of Spies

"Bridge of Spies”: Spielberg’s New Thriller

Steven Spielberg shot a spy movie in Berlin and Potsdam. Now it’s premiered in Berlin.

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Strangers on a Bridge - Spielberg's Bridge of Spies

Filmed in Berlin - Stephen Spielberg's Cold War Thriller has a World Premiere.

Tom Hanks in the Film Bridge of Spie. Copyright: Jaap Buitendijk/DreamWorks II Distribution Co. via AP.

Tom Hanks in the Film Bridge of Spie. Copyright: Jaap Buitendijk/DreamWorks II Distribution Co. via AP.

Spielberg's Berlin spy epic premieres in New York

Steven Spielberg's cold war spy thriller "Bridge of Spies" has opened in New York to rave reviews.

Wall mosaic "Pacetime production" from 1965 in Eisenhüttenstadt

Wall mosaic "Pacetime production" from 1965 in Eisenhüttenstadt

Eisenhüttenstadt: A city oozing life

Actorm Tom Hanks loves Eisenhüttenstadt, a former model town for communism, the city however is slowly oozing life.

"Wetten, dass..?" host Markus Lanz. Photo: Rolf Vennenbernd/dpa

"Wetten, dass..?" host Markus Lanz. Photo: Rolf Vennenbernd/dpa

Last bets on for TV show 'Wetten, dass..?'

The once highly popular German television variety show "Wetten, dass..?" is going off the air after a 34-year run. The show featured members of the public undertaking sometimes bizarre challenges.

Spielberg dreht Thriller an Glienicker Brücke

Spielberg dreht Thriller an Glienicker Brücke

Last take for Spielberg film

After filming in Germany, Steven Spielberg's newest work goes into post-production.

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24.03.2012 hin und weg eisenhuettenstadt 1

Small-town charm

Discover Eisenhüttenstadt, which has even enchanted Hollywood star Tom Hanks.

Former school in Eisenhüttenstadt, part of the old socialist town development

Former school in Eisenhüttenstadt, part of the old socialist town development

Eisenhüttenstadt

A visit by a Hollywood star has put a small industrial town in eastern Germany back on the map.

Happy Days Are Back as Germany Returns to Cannes

A star-studded Cannes film festival opened on Wednesday with 18 entries vying for the Palme d'Or. Among them is a German film -- the first to compete at Cannes in 11 years.

Former East German Leader Released from Jail