tom hanks

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tom hanks

Tom Hanks smiles warmly in a movie scene.

Definition

Proper noun * Tom Hanks: An American film actor, born in 1956, widely recognized for his versatile and acclaimed performances in a wide range of film genres. He is known for his portrayals of relatable, often heroic, everyday characters.

Usage
  • The name "Tom Hanks" is used to refer to the actor himself, his body of work, or his public persona.
  • It functions as a singular proper noun.
Examples
  • Tom Hanks won consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actor for his roles in and .
  • Many consider Tom Hanks to be one of the most beloved actors of his generation.
  • The museum is hosting an exhibition on the career of Tom Hanks.
Advanced Usage
  • The name can be used attributively to describe works associated with him.
    • That's a classic Tom Hanks movie.
    • He has a Tom Hanks-like everyman quality.
Variants and Related Words
  • Hanksian (adj): An informal term sometimes used to describe the characteristic style, warmth, or persona typified by Tom Hanks' performances.
    • The film has a very Hanksian feel-good tone.
Synonyms
  • Actor
  • Performer
  • Film star
  • Academy Award winner
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • In a Tom Hanks role: Used informally to describe a character or situation that embodies the decent, persevering, or heroic qualities associated with many of his famous roles.
    • He's the reliable guy you want in a crisis—totally in a Tom Hanks role.
tom hanks

Tom Hanks smiles warmly in a movie scene.

Noun
  1. United States film actor (born in 1956)