Tom Hanks is an American actor and filmmaker celebrated as an everyman of the silver screen. He rose to stardom in the 1980s and has won back-to-back Best Actor Oscars for "Philadelphia" and "Forrest Gump". Known for his warmth and reliability, Hanks has starred in numerous beloved films, from "Big" and "Saving Private Ryan" to "Toy Story" (voice of Woody), making him one of the most trusted and popular actors in Hollywood.