Tom Hanks's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Tom Hanks.

Tom Hanks is a highly celebrated American actor and filmmaker, recognized globally for his versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles, cementing his status as an American cultural icon. He is among the highest-grossing American film actors, boasting a collection of prestigious accolades, including two Academy Awards, multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Awards, and nominations for BAFTA and Tony Awards. Hanks' contributions to the film industry have been further honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award, the Kennedy Center Honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the Cecil B. DeMille Award.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1993: Academy Award Nomination and Win

In 1993, Tom Hanks received an Academy Award nomination and win for Best Actor for his role in Philadelphia.

1994: Consecutive Academy Award Win

In 1994, Tom Hanks received his second consecutive Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in Forrest Gump.

1998: Primetime Emmy Award Nomination and Win for From the Earth to the Moon

In 1998, Tom Hanks received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination and win for his work as a producer on the limited series From the Earth to the Moon.

2000: Included in Forbes' list of Top Ten Most Powerful Celebrities

In 2000, Tom Hanks was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities in the world.

2001: Band of Brothers Miniseries

In 2001, Tom Hanks co-directed and produced the Emmy Award-winning HBO miniseries Band of Brothers. He also appeared in the September 11 television special America: A Tribute to Heroes and the documentary Rescued From the Closet.

June 12, 2002: AFI Life Achievement Award

On June 12, 2002, at the age of 45, Tom Hanks received the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award, becoming the youngest-ever recipient.

2002: Primetime Emmy Award Win for Band of Brothers

In 2002, Tom Hanks received a Primetime Emmy Award for his work as a producer on the limited series Band of Brothers.

2002: Included in Forbes' list of Top Ten Most Powerful Celebrities

In 2002, Tom Hanks was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities in the world.

2003: Ranked Among Greatest Movie Stars and Powerful Celebrities

In 2003, Tom Hanks was voted Number 3 in Channel 4's countdown of the 100 Greatest Movie Stars of All Time and was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities in the world.

August 2005: Elected Vice President of the Academy

In August 2005, Tom Hanks was voted in as vice president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

June 2006: Induction into United States Army Rangers Hall of Fame

In June 2006, Tom Hanks was inducted as an honorary member of the United States Army Rangers Hall of Fame for his accurate portrayal of a captain in the movie Saving Private Ryan.

2006: The Da Vinci Code and Most Trusted Celebrity

In 2006, Tom Hanks starred in The Da Vinci Code, which grossed over US$750 million worldwide. Also in 2006, he topped a list of "most trusted celebrities" compiled by Forbes magazine, and produced the animated children's movie The Ant Bully and Starter for Ten.

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2006: Douglas S. Morrow Public Outreach Award

In 2006, the Space Foundation awarded Tom Hanks the Douglas S. Morrow Public Outreach Award for his significant contributions to public awareness of space programs.

2008: Primetime Emmy Award Win for John Adams

In 2008, Tom Hanks received a Primetime Emmy Award for his work as a producer on the limited series John Adams.

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2010: Primetime Emmy Award Win for The Pacific

In 2010, Tom Hanks received a Primetime Emmy Award for his work as a producer on the limited series The Pacific.

2012: Primetime Emmy Award Win for Game Change

In 2012, Tom Hanks received a Primetime Emmy Award for his work as a producer on the television film Game Change.

2013: Tony Award Nomination

In 2013, Tom Hanks received a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Play for his performance in Nora Ephron's play Lucky Guy.

2013: Captain Phillips, Saving Mr. Banks, and Broadway Debut

In 2013, Tom Hanks starred in Captain Phillips and Saving Mr. Banks, receiving critical acclaim and award nominations. He also made his Broadway debut in Lucky Guy.

2015: Primetime Emmy Award Win for Olive Kitteridge

In 2015, Tom Hanks received a Primetime Emmy Award for his work as a producer on the limited series Olive Kitteridge.

December 27, 2019: Honorary Naturalization Order by Greece

On December 27, 2019, the President of Greece signed an honorary naturalization order for Tom Hanks and his family, making them Greek citizens due to their "exceptional services to Greece".

2019: Toy Story 4 and A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

In 2019, Tom Hanks reprised his role as Sheriff Woody in Toy Story 4 and portrayed Fred Rogers in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, earning an Academy Award nomination.

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