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How tall is Tom Hanks? Legendary actor's height difference in 'Forrest Gump' and 'Cast Away' left fans baffled

Many of Tom Hanks' fans have often wondered about his height, given the diverse roles he has portrayed over the years

Full Name	Thomas Jeffrey Hanks
Date of Birth	July 9, 1956
Age	67 (as of 2023)
Place Birth	Concord, California
Height	6 ft ( 183cm/1.83 m) approx
Weight	79 kg (174 lbs) approx
Net Worth	$400 million
Spouses	Samantha Lewes (1978–1987)  Rita Wilson (1988 -2023)
Children	Truman Hanks, Colin Hanks, Chet Hanks, Elizabeth Ann Hanks
Eye Color	Green

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Tom Hanks stands tall at an impressive 6 feet (183 cm or 1.83 m) tall. 

When it comes to Hollywood's most beloved actors, Hanks is undoubtedly a household name.

Other than his remarkable talent and extensive filmography, fans often wonder about the physical attributes of this iconic actor.  

Hanks was born on July 9, 1956, in Concord, California. Growing up in a Catholic household with three siblings, Hanks started acting in the '70s, initially in low-budget films and TV shows.

However, in the '80s he shot to fame for playing Allen Bauer in 'Splash'.

Since then, Hanks has graced the silver screen with many iconic performances, earning Oscars for Best Actor for his roles in 'Philadelphia' (1993) and 'Forrest Gump' (1994). 

Tom Hanks' height in 'Cast Away' leaves fans flummoxed

Hanks' varying appearances in different roles has been a source of discussion on social media, with users expressing their fascination.

A user posted on X, "Tom Hanks is quite tall in Forrest Gump. But really short in Cast Away. How did that happen?!"

In 'Forrest Gump', Hanks played the titular character at various stages of his life whereas in 'Cast Away', he portrayed a character who spent years stranded on an island.

Hanks' apparent height difference in these two films was a result of filmmaking techniques, not actual changes in his height.

Another person tweeted about one of Hanks' lesser-known works.

The user stated, "'That Thing You Do!' should have been a big hit, but flew way under the radar... considering it was written & directed by Tom Hanks (also co-starred) while at the height of his fame."

Another fan had tweeted, "It's Saturday night, and Brie and I are doing beer bongs by ourselves and googling Tom Hanks' height."

Meanwhile, a different user raised a more thought-provoking question.

The user asked, "'They' - ah is this the old QAnon gambit - is it still Bill Gates and Tom Hanks as the height of elite evilness?"

The user suggested that Gates and Hanks may be seen by some as emblematic figures within a particular discourse regarding elite influence and power.

Tom Hanks or Leonardo DiCaprio: Who is taller?

Hanks and Leonardo DiCaprio are both highly acclaimed actors in Hollywood, each known for their outstanding contributions to the film industry. 

Hanks and DiCaprio are both 6 feet (183 cm or 1.83 m) tall. There is no discernible difference between the two actors. 

DiCaprio is another highly accomplished actor. He has received many Oscar nominations and won the Best Actor award for 'The Revenant'. DiCaprio will next be seen in Martin Scorsese's 'Killers of the Flower Moon'.