Tom Hanks

'Could a straight man do what I did in Philadelphia now? No, and rightly so,' said Tom Hanks, who played a gay man battling HIV in 1993's Philadelphia.

I don't mean to." One of the reasons people weren't afraid of that movie is that I was playing a gay man. We're beyond that now, and I don't think people would accept the inauthenticity of a straight guy playing a gay guy."

Hanks' hands were seen trembling as he took to the stage to address an audience at at the Australian premiere of his new flick "Elvis" on June 4.

“So that might predispose him to developing Type 2 diabetes later.” However, fans of the “Forrest Gump” icon have flocked to social media saying international speculation about his health is inaccurate — and inappropriate. Hanks later told Radio Times that he was a “total idiot” about his self-care: “I’m part of the lazy American generation that has blindly kept dancing through the party and now finds ourselves with a malady,” he said. Hanks has a history of gaining and losing weight for Hollywood roles. At several points he attempted to hold the device with both hands as he spoke to his rapt audience. Meanwhile, several Twitter conspiracy theorists have chimed in with bizarre false claims that Hanks’ shaking could be caused by the COVID-19 vaccine.

Tom Hanks says he "rightly so" would not be able to play a gay character in 'Philadelphia' or a disabled character in 'Forrest Gump' today.

“It’s not a crime,” he said, adding, “It’s not boohoo, that someone would say we are going to demand more of a movie in the modern realm of authenticity.” We’re beyond that now, and I don’t think people would accept the inauthenticity of a straight guy playing a gay guy,” he said. Now, Hanks says, the times are different, with the authenticity of a performance more important.

Some 28 years ago, Tom Hanks won an Oscar for Philadelphia, in which he played a gay man seeking justice over being fired for his HIV status. That was then.

“But also I’d post something goofy like, ‘Here’s a pair of shoes I saw in the middle of the street,’ and the third comment would be, ‘[Expletive] you, Hanks.’ I don’t know if I want to give that guy the forum. If the third comment is ‘[Expletive] you, you Obama-loving communist,’ it’s like, I don’t need to do that.'” “The whole point of Philadelphia was, ‘Don’t be afraid.’ One of the reasons people weren’t afraid of that movie is that I was playing a gay man.

Tom Hanks was seen out and about in Manhattan on Wednesday looking remarkably thin - the day after footage emerged of the actor in Australia, earlier this ...

'None of them have what the Gold Coast have, and what is that? None of those other cities have Dan Murphy,' he said, referencing the chain of liquor stores, Dan Murphy's. We were a part of that. 'It could be weeks, months or years before it progresses. On May 31 Hanks and Butler were in London, with Hanks keeping his hands close to his body Tom Hanks, 65, is seen speaking on June 4 at the Australian premier of Elvis, in the city of Gold Coast. He clasped the microphone with two hands at one point, to try and stop the shaking You've got type 2 diabetes, young man.'' Hanks was also pictured in Manhattan on Wednesday evening as he attended the Elvis premiere with his wife Rita Wilson Well, you've graduated! Hanks was also pictured in Manhattan on Wednesday night as he attended the premiere of Elvis with his wife Rita Wilson. 'There is no better place in the world to make a motion picture than right here on the Gold Coast,' he said, microphone in his right hand, and left hand in his pocket. - On June 4 he was on stage in Gold Coast, Australia, to promote his new Elvis biopic, and his hand was visibly shaking, sparking concern for his health

Tom Hanks won an Oscar for his turn as a gay lawyer battling AIDS in 1993's "Philadelphia" — but he doesn't think his performance would happen today.

Hanks took home his second best actor Oscar a year later for playing the title role in 1994's "Forrest Gump." "It’s not a crime, it’s not boohoo, that someone would say we are going to demand more of a movie in the modern realm of authenticity. One of the reasons people weren’t afraid of that movie is that I was playing a gay man."

The Hollywood veteran won an Oscar for his portrayal of lawyer Andrew Beckett who takes action against his employers when he's sacked after being struck down ...

In our world that we live in you can't really as a director demand that (an actor be a given sexual orientation). Who's to determine how gay someone is?" We're beyond that now, and I don't think people would accept the inauthenticity of a straight guy playing a gay guy." One of the reasons people weren't afraid of that movie is that I was playing a gay man. Hanks is not the only actor who has weighed in on the issue of straight stars playing gay roles in Hollywood - Neil Patrick Harris has insisted he doesn't have a problem with it and actually finds it "sexy". He told The Times: "I think there's something sexy about casting a straight actor to play a gay role - if they're willing to invest a lot into it. He added: "It's not a crime, it's not boohoo that someone would say we are going to demand more of a movie in the modern realm of authenticity."

A video of Tom Hanks delivering a speech on stage at the Australian premiere of the new Elvis biopic has sparked concerns for his wellbeing.

"I've shot films in Morocco and Los Angeles and New York City and Seattle and in Berlin. None of them have what the Gold Coast have, and what is that? Your confidence, joy and zest for life comes through in our motion picture." We were a part of that. None of those other cities have Dan Murphy. What a man, who I got to know quite well." "There is something about the people and the place of the Gold Coast that makes everyone walk around with a confident look on their face. The Oscar-winning actor, 65, gave a speech ahead of the screening on the Gold Coast earlier this month – and his hands appeared to shake as he held the microphone.

Though Magnum P.I. may be cancelled (for now), one star definitely hasn't taken his time on the show for granted.

Tell ‘em, TC! Er, I mean, Stephen Hill! As big of a metro space as New York City is, there’s definitely something special about that one area being so rooted in Hill’s personal and career history, especially since it also ties back to Tom Hanks’ own humbling beginnings before he became a superstar who could call his own shots in Hollywood. Maybe that day is coming soon for the Magnum P.I. vet. In his social media post, Stephen Hill shared a few images from his days at Carmine’s, starting off with the bar visit that he and his coworkers shared for his last day. Nick is a Cajun Country native, and is often asked why he doesn't sound like that's the case. It’s been quite a ride for all involved with Magnum P.I. in the month since CBS officially cancelled the sun-soaked procedural drama, with fans leading an impressive effort to find the Jay Hernandez-starring series a new home at another network or streaming platform. In his words: Stephen Hill, who portrayed helicopter pilot Theodore “TC” Calvin for Magnum P.I.’s four seasons (so far), has reflected on fans campaigning to bring the drama back to life outside of CBS’ cancellation.

Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks says if 'Philadelphia' were being made today, audiences wouldn't accept 'the inauthenticity of a straight guy playing a gay ...

If life really is like a box of chocolates, you might want to check the expiration date on that one. One of the reasons people weren't afraid of that movie is that I was playing a gay man. We're beyond that now, and I don't think people would accept the inauthenticity of a straight guy playing a gay guy."

The award-winning actor played the role of a gay man living with HIV in the 1993 film, which saw him win his first Oscar.

They finally rest in the warm embrace of the gracious creator of us all. Do I sound like I'm preaching? Tom Hanks says he could not play the role of a gay man today as he did in Philadelphia in 1993 - and "rightly so".

As the pair left the eatery a large crowd formed and swarmed towards them, with one member of the public getting too close and knocking Rita, causing her to ...

The couple had grabbed dinner together after attending a screening of Elvis earlier in the evening. 'None of them have what the Gold Coast have, and what is that? None of those other cities have Dan Murphy,' he said, referencing the chain of liquor stores, Dan Murphy's. And Austin, he — what's the word? We were a part of that. He also attempted briefly to switch hands. — he nailed it.' Heading home: the couple quickly ran into a waiting car. 'This trembling hand can be an early sign of the disease. They first met on the set of ABC's sitcom Bosom Buddies in 1981 and became friends before their relationship turned romantic. 'It usually affects people in their 20s and 30s.' Knocking over my wife?!' before the couple quickly ran into a waiting car.

The actor has said that neither Philadelphia nor Forrest Gump, for which he won Oscars in the 90s, would be made in a 'modern realm of authenticity'

One of the reasons people weren’t afraid of that movie is that I was playing a gay man. I don’t mean to.” We’re beyond that now, and I don’t think people would accept the inauthenticity of a straight guy playing a gay guy.”

An enraged Tom Hanks screamed, "Back the f--k off" at fans who got too close and nearly knocked over his wife, Rita Wilson.

Earlier this month, he attended a screening in Brisbane, Australia, alongside the lead actor, Austin Butler. Back the f–k off! “My wife?

The Hollywood couple were trying to get into a car when the incident took place.

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Tom Hanks won the first of his two Academy Awards in 1994 for his portrayal of a gay lawyer with Aids in the legal drama.

Hanks went on: “We’re beyond that now, and I don’t think people would accept the inauthenticity of a straight guy playing a gay guy. One of the reasons people weren’t afraid of that movie is that I was playing a gay man.” Hanks, at the following year’s ceremony, won another for his performance in Forrest Gump as he melted hearts with by playing the title character, a man with learning disabilities.

"This is my wife, back the f*** off!" Tom Hanks shouted at fans on Wednesday night.

"Rare to see Tom Hanks getting angry, he who squats the roles of nice and clean hero on him. Dude in the blue was a straight up grass pole." User Big Cheese tweeted, "I don't blame Tom Hanks for defending his Wife and all in my personal space. "I think he was right to put the attention on himself so his wife could move safely away. Users on Twitter began praising Hanks for his reaction to the incident. "Y'all, if your actions are inspiring *Tom Hanks* to scream at you, you have made grave missteps in your life choices."

Tom Hanks was caught on camera losing his cool with a fan who almost knocked over his wife Rita Wilson.

You've got type 2 diabetes, young man,'" Tom recalled before going on to call himself an "idiot" for not doing something to prevent the condition. "I went to the doctor, and he said, 'You know those high blood sugar numbers you've been dealing with since you were 36? Tom has suffered from several health issues during the years.

Tom Hanks, who won an Oscar for his role as a gay man with AIDS in the film "Philadelphia," said that if the film were made today, a straight actor wouldn't ...

"We're beyond that now, and I don't think people would accept the inauthenticity of a straight guy playing a gay guy." to depict the AIDS crisis. "One of the reasons people weren't afraid of that movie is that I was playing a gay man," Hanks said.

Tom Hanks was forced to rush to protect his wife after she was nearly knocked over by people crowding her after they left a restaurant.

He added: ‘None of them have what the Gold Coast have, and what is that? None of those other cities have Dan Murphy. Fans spotted the actor and his wife out in New York City, with the two of them heading back to a car.

Well, he yelled, “back the f*** off.” That response was surely warranted as it seemed fans and paparazzi were trying to get a picture of the happy couple but ...

We can’t wait to see Hanks appear in these new films, and maybe don’t try to push down his wife, otherwise, you might see the man turn into The Hulk. Thankfully, no one was hurt in the process of this unnecessary interaction, but it might lead to Hanks not being as nice and forthcoming with photographers in the future. Especially if that person happens to be the person you are in love with.

'Knocking over my wife?' Tom Hanks angrily told a group of fans Wednesday night in N.Y.C. after one bumped into Rita Wilson, seemingly causing her to trip.

Hanks and Wilson have also had to navigate hard times together. Wilson and Hanks' relationship dates back to 1981, when they first met on the set of the ABC sitcom Bosom Buddies. They were strictly platonic at the time, as Hanks was still with his ex-wife, the late Samantha Lewes. However, after they divorced, Wilson and Hanks went public in 1986. Wilson and Hanks recently celebrated their 34th wedding anniversary, and the actress had the perfect picture to capture their marital bliss all those years ago.

Actor Tom Hanks got angry after fans accidentally pushed his wife Rita Wilson as they exited a restaurant in New York on Wednesday. A video of the incident ...

People can be heard saying, “Be careful, Tom” and asking the fans to move. As the video spread online, fans supported Tom. One person tweeted, “He was well within his rights to get angry. As their security team asks the fans to move back, the actor turns around angrily and shouts, “Back the f*** off! The film, directed by Baz Luhrmann, is set to release on June 24. Actor Tom Hanks lost his cool on Wednesday in New York after some over-enthusiastic fans caused his wife Rita Wilson to trip. Fans can be seen following Tom trying to get close to him for selfies.

According to the actor Tom Hanks, neither of his movies Philadelphia or Forrest Gump which won Oscars in the 90s would fare well in this modern world.

The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). ET does not guarantee, vouch for or endorse any of its contents nor is responsible for them in any manner whatsoever. It’s not a crime, Hanks continued , if the people who are watching the movie need some authentic kick to it. It would definitely not be a straight actor playing the role like he did.

While Tom Hanks doesn't swear much in movies, he dropped an f-bomb to fans after they ran into his wife, Rita Wilson.

Tom Hanks may have lost his cool in front of a herd of fans, but he’s still the nicest guy in Hollywood for protecting his lady love. Tom Hanks has been considered one of the nicest guys in Hollywood. After all, he recently crashed a wedding that occurred on the Santa Monica Pier by offering to take a picture with the happy bride and groom. A recent unfortunate moment experienced by Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson shows that even the nicest guy in Hollywood can still get angry like any other human being.

Tom Hanks told fans to "back the f--- off" after they bumped into his wife Rita Wilson, according to video footage of the incident circulating online.

A spokesperson for Hanks and Wilson did not immediately respond to request for comment. In the video, Hanks and Wilson, who have been married since 1988, are walking as fans crowd the couple, Wilson trips. Hanks, who stars in the upcoming "Elvis," then is seen yelling, “[That is] my wife, back the f---- off.”

Hollywood actor Tom Hanks became infuriated with fans after they mobbed him and his wife, Rita Wilson, in New York City.

One member of the public got too close and knocked Wilson from behind, causing her to lose her footing. “My wife? Tom Hanks yelled and swore at an aggressive fan after his wife, Rita Wilson, was nearly knocked to the ground by a crowd in New York City last night.

'Back the f— off!' Tom Hanks shouted at a group of overzealous fans who swarmed him and his wife, fellow actor Rita Wilson, in New York City.

“We’re beyond that now, and I don’t think people would accept the inauthenticity of a straight guy playing a gay guy.” I sat in [the screening] and saw the movie for the third time because I wanted to see more of what [Butler] did. “You do not want to disappoint these people, and I don’t think we did. After regaining her footing, Wilson shouted “Stop it!” and Hanks went into protective-husband mode. “Imagine having such a negative, upsetting interaction with TOM...HANKS. Just accept that you’re scum & go into exile at that point. “Knocking over my wife?”

The actor and his wife were leaving a restaurant when a group of fans mobbed Hanks for selfies.

… Not only do we love each other, we really like each other, and we like being together, and we support each other and we keep the communication channels open. We got married, we committed to each other, we love each other and we work hard at our relationship. “I was actually at a friend of mine’s house when that aired and remember thinking, ‘That girl is cute.’"

The 'Elvis' actor and his spouse Rita Wilson were leaving a restaurant in New York City on Wednesday (15.06.22) when a group of people appeared to almost knock ...

Actor Tom Hanks has exploded on camera, telling fans to "back the f*** off" after one bumped into his wife while the pair were walking down a street in New ...