Date of Birth: November 24, 1977
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Colin Hanks, born Colin Lewes Dillingham, is an American actor, producer, and director. He was born on November 24, 1977, in Sacramento, California. The eldest son of Academy Award-winning actor Tom Hanks and his first wife, Samantha Lewes, Colin grew up surrounded by the film industry, which strongly influenced his career path. Colin made his acting debut in the 1996 film “That Thing You Do!” directed by his father. However, he gained significant recognition for his role as Alex Whitman in the popular TV series “Roswell” (1999-2001). He further established his acting credentials with notable roles in films such as “Orange County” (2002), “King Kong” (2005), and “The House Bunny” (2008). In addition to his film work, Colin has made a substantial impact on television. He starred in the critically acclaimed series “Fargo” (2014), for which he received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. He also played a significant role in the drama series “Life in Pieces” (2015-2019). Beyond acting, Colin Hanks has ventured into directing and producing. He directed the documentary “All Things Must Pass: The Rise and Fall of Tower Records” in 2015, which received positive reviews.
5 Interesting Facts about Colin Hanks
1. Colin Hanks attended Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles but left before completing his degree to pursue his acting career.
2. He is an avid sports fan, particularly of the San Francisco Giants and the Sacramento Kings.
3. Colin Hanks is married to former New York publicist Samantha Bryant; they tied the knot in 2010.
4. He directed a music video for the indie rock band “The Wallflowers” in 2012.
5. Colin has a strong interest in music and even plays the guitar in his spare time.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Colin Hanks
1. “I spent a lot of time on movie sets as a kid. I was just totally fascinated by the production process.”
2. “My dad always taught me that you have to be prepared for the worst, and that’s what I do.”
3. “I never wanted to emulate my father. I wanted to be my own person, my own actor, and forge my own path.”
4. “I love telling stories, and that’s what acting is all about for me.”
5. “Directing allowed me to look at the industry from a different perspective. It’s a whole new challenge.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Colin Hanks is estimated to be around $15 million.
Children
Colin Hanks and Samantha Bryant have two daughters: Olivia Jane Hanks, born in 2011, and Charlotte Bryant Hanks, born in 2013.
Relevant Links
1. [Colin Hanks on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004988/
2. [Colin Hanks on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colin_Hanks
3. [Colin Hanks on Twitter](https://twitter.com/colinhanks
4. [Colin Hanks on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/colinhanks/
5. [Colin Hanks’ Documentary “All Things Must Pass”](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3272570/
