Tom Hanks Responds to Daughter E.A. Hanks’ Memoir, Where She Recalls
At the premiere of *The Phoenician Scheme*, Tom Hanks addressed his daughter E.A. Hanks’ revealing memoir, *The 10*, which details her turbulent childhood with her late mother. Praising her courage, Hanks called her “a knockout” for confronting their family’s complex past with honesty. The book recounts instability, neglect, and eventual escape to her father’s care, while also exploring a formative cross-country trip with her mother.
While critics and fans have mixed reactions—some questioning Hanks’ past actions, others applauding E.A.’s vulnerability—the memoir has become a bestseller. E.A. hopes it inspires readers to explore their own roots, emphasizing that “you don’t need a crazy mom or a famous dad” to seek self-understanding. Hanks, meanwhile, stands by his daughter’s storytelling as an act of bravery.
