Meet Tom Hanks’ Kids: Colin Hanks, Chet Hanks, Truman Hanks and E. A. Hanks

Tom Hanks was born on July 9, 1956, in Concord, California (now 69 years old as of March 2026), the two-time Oscar winner shares his older two with first wife actress Samantha Lewes (married 1978–1987; she died in 2002 from bone cancer). He has been married to actress Rita Wilson since 1988, with whom he shares the younger two.

The family emphasizes support, privacy, and resilience, with the kids often crediting their parents’ grounded approach.

Ethnicity is primarily English, German, and Irish-American; religion is not prominently public, though faith and family values are highlighted.

Colin Hanks

Colin Lewes Hanks, the eldest, was born November 24, 1977, in Sacramento, California. Now 48 years old, he is an acclaimed actor, director, and producer known for roles in Fargo (Emmy win), Dexter, King Kong (2005), The Offer (2022), and the Jumanji films.

He bears a striking resemblance to his father and has directed episodes of shows like Impeachment: American Crime Story.

He stands 6 ft 1½ in (187 cm) tall. Married to Samantha Bryant since May 8, 2010; they have two daughters: Olivia Jane (born 2011) and Charlotte Bryant (born 2013).

No other public dating history; he maintains a stable family life. Ethnicity aligns with family roots. Colin often appears at events with his dad and siblings, sharing a close bond.

E. A. Hanks

E. A. Hanks (Elizabeth Anne Hanks), the only daughter, was born May 17, 1982, in Los Angeles, California. Now 43 years old, she is a writer and journalist who has contributed to Vanity Fair, The Huffington Post, and other outlets. She made early cameos in films like Forrest Gump (1994) and That Thing You Do! (1996).

In 2025, she released her memoir The 10: A Memoir of Family and the Open Road, detailing a complex childhood post-divorce, including challenges with her late mother. Ethnicity: mixed European-American.

Personal life remains very private; no public details on marriage, children, height, or dating history. She keeps a low profile but joins family gatherings.

Chet Hanks

Chester Marlon “Chet” Hanks, the third child, was born August 4, 1990, in Los Angeles, California. Now 35 years old, he is an actor, model, musician (formerly under Chet Haze), and personal trainer (founded HanxFit in 2022).

Known for recurring roles in Empire, Shameless, Your Honor, and recent projects like Running Point (Netflix, 2025).

He has faced public challenges with addiction but achieved sobriety, crediting family and fatherhood. He has one daughter, Michaiah (born 2016), with former partner Tiffany Miles.

No current marriage; past relationships noted but private. Height athletic (no exact public figure). Ethnicity: African-American influences via family. Chet maintains ties with siblings despite past controversies.

Truman Hanks

Truman Theodore Hanks, the youngest, was born December 26, 1995, in Los Angeles, California. Now 30 years old, he works behind the scenes in film as an actor and cinematographer/production assistant, contributing to Black Widow (2021), Wrath of Man (2021), West Side Story (2021), and A Man Called Otto (2022, portraying a younger version of his dad’s character).

He graduated from Stanford University in 2018 (degree in mathematics or related field). He stands about 6 ft 4 in (193 cm) tall. Personal life is highly private; no public details on marriage, children, dating, or height beyond estimates. Ethnicity aligns with family. Truman prefers low-key involvement in entertainment, often appearing at family events.