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Tom Hanks

Actor · born July 9, 1956

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Thomas Jeffrey Hanks is an American actor and filmmaker. Known for both his comedic and dramatic roles, he is one of the most popular and recognizable film stars worldwide, and is regarded as an American cultural icon.

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Milestones, by age

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  1. ~33Named Golden Globe Awards1989
  2. ~33Received the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy1989
  3. ~38Received the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama1994
  4. 37Received the Academy Award for Best ActorMarch 21, 1994
  5. ~60Received the Presidential Medal of Freedom2016
  6. ~64Received the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award2020

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