This holiday season, Tom Hanks, the renowned actor, is cherishing some quality time with his son. Chester “Chet” Marlon Hanks, Tom’s third child, recently shared a unique selfie with his father on Instagram.
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The duo, bundled up in their winter attire, presented a heartwarming father-son moment. Tom, at 67, was seen in a beanie and a dark green sweater, while Chet, 33, sported a Los Angeles Dodgers cap, a black hoodie, and a white T-shirt.
Tom Hanks, famous for his role in “Forrest Gump,” is a father to four children. He shares Chet and Truman Theodore, 28, with his wife, Rita Wilson. He also has two older children, Colin Hanks, 45, and Elizabeth Hanks, 41, from his previous marriage to Samantha Lewes.
In a 2019 interview with the New York Times, Tom reflected on his experiences as a young father. He admitted to making mistakes and not always being there for his children due to preoccupations with the adult world.
However, he also shared his parenting philosophy, emphasizing unconditional love, forgiveness, and a commitment to keeping his children safe.
A Closer Look at Tom Hanks’ Four Children
Colin Lewes Hanks
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Colin, born on November 24, 1977, in Sacramento, California, is Tom’s first child with Samantha Lewes. Following his father’s footsteps, Colin pursued acting and has made a name for himself in TV shows and movies like “Orange County,” “Life in Pieces,” “American Crime Story,” “Drunk History,” and “The House Bunny.”
He even received an Emmy nomination for his role in “Fargo.” Colin is married to Samantha Bryant since May 2010, and they have two daughters, Olivia Jane and Charlotte Bryant.
Elizabeth Ann Hanks
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Elizabeth, Tom’s second child with Samantha Lewes, was born on May 17, 1982, in Los Angeles, California.
After appearing as an extra in her father’s movies as a child, she embarked on a writing career. Using the pen name E.A. Hanks, she has contributed to several publications, including the Guardian, New York Times, and Times Magazine. She recently hinted at an upcoming book on her Instagram.
Chester “Chet” Marlon
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Chet, Tom’s third child with Rita Wilson, was born on August 4, 1990, in Los Angeles. He adopted the stage name Chet Haze for his music career. Chet has several acting credits and even collaborated with his father in the 2020 AppleTV+ film, “Greyhound.”
He has a daughter named Michaiah with his former partner, Tiffany Miles. Chet, known for his role in “Empire,” once shared his father’s best acting advice: “Show up on time, know your lines and be nice to everybody.”
Truman Theodore Hanks
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Truman, Tom’s youngest child, was born on December 26, 1995, in Los Angeles. A Stanford University graduate, Truman has also ventured into the entertainment industry.
He played a younger version of his father’s character in “A Man Named Otto,” a 2022 movie produced by his mother, Rita Wilson. Tom fondly recalled working with Truman, saying, “It’s special because, you know, I changed his diapers.” However, he also emphasized the importance of professionalism in acting.
