Hanks received the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award at the age of 46, making him the youngest actor to receive this honor.

Hanks was honored with the Kennedy Center Honor for his contributions to American culture through the performing arts.

Hanks was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama for his meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors.

Hanks received the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award for his outstanding contributions to the world of entertainment.