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Tom Hanks on heroism
Tom Hanks defines heroism as ordinary persistence through adversity.
In brief
Tom Hanks defines heroism as ordinary persistence through adversity. Tom Hanks says heroes are unassuming people who keep doing necessary work despite challenges. Originally reported by Brut.
Tom Hanks interview
Tom Hanks spoke with Brut. journalist Augustin Trapenard at Cannes Film Festival in 2022.
“heroes are often ordinary, unassuming people who continue to do what needs to be done in the face of adversity”
Hero definition
Hanks described heroes as ordinary people who persist through adversity without seeking recognition.
“heroes are often ordinary, unassuming people who continue to do what needs to be done in the face of adversity”
What makes a hero
Hanks emphasized that true heroism comes from continuing necessary work despite challenges.
“heroes are often ordinary, unassuming people who continue to do what needs to be done in the face of adversity”
The takeaway
Tom Hanks says heroes are unassuming people who keep doing necessary work despite challenges.
