The famous actor, Tom Hanks, delivered the commencement speech at Harvard University, received an honorary doctorate of arts and urged students to resist indifference.
The movie star studied theater at Chabot College and graduated from California State University before embarking on a successful acting career, spanning more than 40 years and earning two Academy Awards.
Hanks and his wife, Rita Wilson, recently appeared at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival for the world premiere of their film “Asteroid City,” directed by Wes Anderson, which received a standing ovation.
Read on to learn more.
Tom Hanks Receives Honorary Doctorate
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Famous actor Tom Hanks recently captivated the audience at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, when he graced the commencement ceremony to deliver a unique speech.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the arts, the Ivy League institution awarded Hanks an honorary doctorate of arts. In her wisdom, the “Cast Away” actress playfully quipped about receiving a prestigious degree “without doing a bit of work, without spending time in class, without even going into that library.”
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— Harvard University (@Harvard) May 25, 2023
“I don’t know much about Latin, I have no real interest in enzymes, and global public policy is something I read in newspapers before I did Wordle,” he jokingly told the graduating students. However, Hanks delivered a deeper message amid the laughter, encouraging the young graduates to stand up to “the indifference of a people who are tired of the struggle.”
Tom Hanks Encourages Graduates to Create ‘Perfect Union
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In a powerful speech with a nod to iconic superheroes like Superman, Hanks enthusiastically conveyed an impression of nonchalance during his address to the graduating class. He explained, “Indifference turns the people into indentured servants employed by tyrants and tyrants whose default background is cynical, who ban dissent and ban art, dialogue, and books.”
While speaking to interested graduates, the 66-year-old stressed that important decisions to be made lie at the core of every day, every year, and every generation. “Every day, every year, and for every graduating class, there are choices to be made,” he said.
“It is the same choice for all adults who have to decide to become one of three types of American citizens: those who accept freedom and liberty for all, those who do not want to, or those who do not care. Only the first did the work of creating a perfect union, an indivisible nation. Others are in the way.”
Harvard University Makes Screening For Actors
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During Hanks’ visit to Harvard University, the Ivy League institution seized the opportunity to pay tribute to his illustrious career. The institution presented Hanks with a Harvard-branded volleyball as a sign of his iconic portrayal in the 2000 film “Cast Away.”
Adding an extra layer of entertainment, the talented students of Hasty Pudding, Harvard’s renowned theater group, graced the stage to deliver a lively and passionate performance celebrating Hanks’ extraordinary contribution to the world of cinema.
Anticipation of Hanks’ appearance has been building since March when Harvard proudly announced him as the distinguished speaker for its 2023 commencement ceremony. In a statement, per Many peopleUniversity President Larry Bacow expressed his admiration for the actor, saying that he has “contributed to our national culture and expanded our ability to appreciate stories and history that were previously unexamined.”
Tom Hanks And Wife Rita Wilson At The Cannes Film Festival
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In a display of star power, Hanks, and his beloved wife of 35 years, the talented producer and actress Rita Wilson, made a captivating appearance at the prestigious 2023 Cannes Film Festival. The couple graced the red carpet for the premiere of their much-awaited film, “Asteroid City.”
The Wes Anderson-directed film received a standing ovation that lasted nearly six minutes after its premiere at the international film festival. “Asteroid City” will be released in select theaters on June 16 before a nationwide release on June 23.
Hanks’ illustrious career trajectory can be traced back to his early days when he studied theater at Chabot College. He later graduated from California State University in Sacramento, California, setting the stage for an extraordinary acting journey spanning four decades.
Over the years, Hanks has earned two coveted Academy Awards, cementing his status as a true icon of the silver screen.
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