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Tom Hanks won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in Forest Gump (1994), and has since thrilled audiences with his appearances in well-known masterpieces such as Apollo 13 (1995), Toy Story (1995/voice role), Saving Private Ryan (1998), The Da Vinci Code (2006), and Asteroid City (2023). Many people say that they can watch movies with him without worry. In recent years, as he approaches the age of 70, he has often played supporting roles, but he continues to captivate audiences with his unique presence.
"Actor's Watch" focuses on the watches worn by actors active in movies, television, etc.
In this 192nd installment, we will introduce the watch that Tom Hanks loves to use.
Rolex
Sea-Dweller [Ref.16600]
This is a promotional photo of Tom Hanks from around 1990. In terms of his filmography, it seems similar to the impression he had around the time of "Radio Flyer" (1992). Apparently, when you sent him fan mail back then, he would sometimes send you this autographed photo in return.
The watch Tom Hanks is wearing in this photo is likely a Rolex Sea-Dweller (Ref. 16600). He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his breakthrough film, Big (1988), and went on to star in a succession of blockbuster and popular films, including The Mayfield Cops (1989), A League of Their Own (1992), and Snatchers (1993). This is the watch he chose when he was just starting to climb the ladder to stardom. The fact that he chose the Sea-Dweller instead of the Submariner seems to show his admiration for the "professional."
Explorer I [Ref. 114270 ]
Next came in 2006. Tom Hanks was invited to the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), an annual event for electronic devices and home appliances held in Las Vegas. He took to the stage to give a keynote speech for Sony, an exhibitor, and promoted his film The Da Vinci Code (2006), produced by Sony Pictures.
Tom Hanks looks rare, with longer hair than his public image, just like the atheist professor Robert Langdon he played in the film. The watch he was wearing at the time was thought to be a Rolex Explorer (Ref. 114270).
Professor Robert Langdon, the main character in "The Da Vinci Code," had a penchant for vintage Mickey Mouse watches in the film, but Tom Hanks himself seems to have a penchant for Rolex professional models, following his Sea-Dweller.
Milgauss [Ref. 116400GV ]
The last one was in 2012. It was a scene from the premiere screening of his starring film "Cloud Atlas" at the Toronto International Film Festival in Toronto, Canada. Tom Hanks is known as one of the nicest people in Hollywood. There is no shortage of stories of his "divine fan service," such as casually posing for photos with fans and treating fans at fast food restaurants.
At this event, Tom Hanks took a selfie with a fan who came to the event. The watch he was wearing was a Rolex Milgauss (Ref. 116400GV).
Tom Hanks has been a lover of professional watches from Sea-Dweller to Explorer I to Milgauss. In fact, the Omega Speedmaster played a major role in the film Apollo 13 (1995), so it seems that his relationship with professional watches has been going on for a long time.
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Tom Hanks is a fan of Rolex's practical, professional models, including the Sea-Dweller, Explorer I, and Milgauss. This lineup of watches reflects his honest, down-to-earth personality.
Rocking Tokyo with my crew. Hanx. pic.twitter.com/U1gG22KHhq
— Tom Hanks (@tomhanks) September 16, 2016
Tom Hanks, who once came to Japan to promote his starring movie "Sully" (2016), enjoyed soba noodles at a famous restaurant in Tokyo during his off time. While drinking with some middle-aged salarymen who were there, he complained about the pressure of being an actor, and was praised by them, who said, "It's proof that you take your work seriously," and "That's why you can give such great performances that attract the audience." This was an eye-opener. He said that it was an opportunity for him to reevaluate the importance of his work.
This episode makes you believe that this seriousness is the secret to Tom Hanks' popularity, which has allowed him to remain at the forefront of Hollywood for so many years without any major scandals.
Even so, I'm so envious of the guys who got to be drinking buddies with Tom Hanks, even if it was just for one night... I wish I could have been there...
See you later!
