Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson caught in aggressive exchange at Cannes Film Festival

By: Dan Cooper

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Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson in Cannes Festival

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, one of the most solid and famous couples in Hollywood, have been the protagonists of an unfortunate altercation at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. The truth is that, in front of various photographers, the star of “Forrest Gump” and his wife were photographed in the middle of a heated discussion with a third party. This happened on Tuesday, May 23, exactly at the premiere of the movie “Asteroid City” by Wes Anderson.

As we know, Hanks plays Stanley Zak, one of the main figures in the plot. Wilson, for her part, also has a brief appearance in the feature film. It is worth noting that the film tells the story of a school contest dedicated to the observation of astronomical phenomena. In that sense, the competition is affected by some spectacular events.

What was the fight between Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson in the Festival of Cannes?

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson arrived very elegant at the ceremony: while he wore a tuxedo suit and a matching bow tie, the producer wore a beautiful black dress with a long cape. However, all was not harmony for these celebrities. Just before walking down the red carpet, to pose before the summoned photographers, they discussed with a member of the organization.

In the snapshots that have gone around the world, we see the 66-year-old actor frowning, apparently annoyed at the fight. Rita also intervenes in the confrontation, extending her hand to emphasize her point of view. In these circumstances, the young man who was speaking with the couple was trying to calm the situation.

Until the closing of this note, the reasons behind the dispute are unknown. Apparently, the altercation would not have escalated.

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson danced at the 2023 Cannes Festival

Already on the red carpet, the couple seemed much calmer. Leaving their problems behind, they posed smiling and very happy for the launch of their new project. In one of the most special moments of Cannes 2023, the duo even danced before the attentive gaze of their followers and the paparazzi. To close with a flourish, another of the guests joined the shot with a photobombing.

When will “Asteroid City” premiere?

Focus Features will be distributing “Asteroid City” in select US theaters beginning June 16, 2023. It will be released in all US theaters a week later on June 23.

Learn more about Tom Hanks

What is it about Tom Hanks’ “Grumpy Neighbor”?

“Grumpy Neighbor” tells the story of Otto, the main character of Tom Hanks, a recently widowed man who has a complicated relationship with his neighbors. As he grapples with his wife Sonya, he has only been able to show his worst face to the people of the suburban Pittsburgh neighborhood.

The protagonist has earned rejection from other residents for his rigidity with community norms, as well as certain routines that maintain order in the area. But behind that crude mask is a very kind and compassionate man.

Tom Hanks’ awards

Tom Hanks won the Oscar for Best Actor for “Forrest Gump”. He has also won numerous Golden Globe Awards and Screen Actors Guild Awards. Hanks has been nominated for many other prestigious awards throughout his career, including Tony Awards and British Academy Film Awards.

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