Tom Hanks's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Tom Hanks is a highly acclaimed and globally recognized American actor and filmmaker, celebrated for his versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles. A cultural icon and one of the highest-grossing American film actors, he boasts an impressive array of awards, including two Academy Awards, seven Emmy Awards, and four Golden Globe Awards. He has also received the AFI Life Achievement Award, the Kennedy Center Honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the Cecil B. DeMille Award, solidifying his significant contributions to the film industry.

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

1993: Best Actor Academy Award for Philadelphia

In 1993, Tom Hanks won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in the movie Philadelphia.

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1994: Best Actor Academy Award for Forrest Gump

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

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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.

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1998: Saving Private Ryan Release and You've Got Mail

In 1998, Tom Hanks starred in Steven Spielberg's "Saving Private Ryan", a war film set in France after D-Day. The film received critical acclaim and earned Spielberg an Academy Award for directing and Hanks a Best Actor nomination. Hanks also starred in "You've Got Mail" with Meg Ryan that year.

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2000: Included in Forbes' List of Top Celebrities

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

2001: Band of Brothers release and 9/11 Tribute

In 2001, Tom Hanks co-directed and produced the HBO miniseries "Band of Brothers", which won an Emmy Award. He also appeared in the "America: A Tribute to Heroes" television special following the September 11 attacks.

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June 12, 2002: Receives AFI Life Achievement Award

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

2002: Primetime Emmy Award nomination and win for Band of Brothers

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

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2002: Included in Forbes' List of Top Celebrities

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

2003: Ranked Among Top Movie Stars and 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 elected 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.

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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 nomination and win for John Adams

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

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2010: Primetime Emmy Award nomination and win for The Pacific

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

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2012: Primetime Emmy Award nomination and win for Game Change

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

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2013: Tony Award nomination for Lucky Guy

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", earning critical acclaim. He also made his Broadway debut in "Lucky Guy", for which he was nominated for a Tony Award.

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2015: Primetime Emmy Award nomination and win for Olive Kitteridge

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

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December 27, 2019: Honorary Greek Citizenship Granted

On December 27, 2019, Tom Hanks and his family were granted honorary citizenship by the President of Greece for 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", for which he received his first Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

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