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Sandra Hanks is a writer and the sister of actor and filmmaker Thomas Jeffrey Hanks commonly known as Tom Hanks. Her brother Tom Hanks is a recognizable film star worldwide. He is one of the most popular and talented entertainers present in the entertainment industry. He is regarded as an American cultural icon. His films have grossed over $4.9 billion in North America and over $9.96 billion worldwide, making him the fourth-highest-grossing actor in North America.

Sandra Hanks: Bio Summary

Sandra Hanks is the daughter of Janet Marylyn Frager, a hospital worker, and Amos Mefford Hanks, an itinerant cook. Her mother was of Portuguese descent (her family’s surname was originally “Fraga”), while her father had English ancestry.

Sandra Hanks’ parents Janet Marylyn and Amos Mefford got separated in the year 1960. The reason for their separation is still unknown. Her family’s religious history was Catholic and Mormon. In 1965, her father Amos Mefford Hanks got married to Frances Wong.

Frances Wong is a San Francisco native of Chinese descent. Frances had three children, two of whom lived with Sandra’s brother Tom Hanks during his high school years. Sandra Hanks’ brothers are Tom Hanks, Larry Hanks, and Jim Hanks. All her siblings have been successful in their careers.

Sandra Hanks grew up with her father along with Tom and Larry, two of her three younger siblings.

Sandra Hanks’ Three Brothers

Sandra Hanks’ three brothers are Larry Hanks, Jim Hanks, and Tom Hanks. Her brother Larry Hanks was born Lawrence Michael Hanks, on January 26, 1953, in Alameda County, California, U.S. He is an American entomologist and Professor in the Department of Entomology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Sandra Hanks’ brother Jim Hanks was born James Mathew Hanks, on June 15, 1961, in Shasta County, California. He is an American actor and filmmaker. He has played numerous minor roles in film and guest appearances on television. He has produced, directed, and filmed several short films. He made his film debut in Buford’s Beach Bunnies (1993).

Jim Hanks also works with Los Angeles-based “Feet First Films,” a production company that provides actor demos as well as production support for short films. He got married to actress Karen Praxel on May 25, 1986, and they have one son. The family resides in Venice, California.

Sandra Hanks’ brother Tom Hanks was born Thomas Jeffrey Hanks on July 9, 1956, in Concord, California. He is an American actor and filmmaker. Known for his comedic and dramatic roles and is regarded as an American cultural icon. He made his breakthrough with leading roles in a series of comedy films that received positive media attention.

Tom Hanks has appeared in Splash (1984), Bachelor Party (1984), Big (1988), and A League of Their Own (1992). He won two consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actor for starring as a gay lawyer suffering from AIDS in Philadelphia (1993) and the title character in Forrest Gump (1994).

Also Read: Janet Marylyn Frager: Facts About Tom Hanks’ Mother

Tom Hanks got married to American actress Samantha Lewes (1952–2002) in 1978. They had one son, actor Colin (born 1977), and one daughter, Elizabeth (born 1982). They divorced in 1987. He married actress Rita Wilson in 1988. They have two sons, Chet Hanks and Truman Theodore.

Sandra Hanks’ Personal Life & Career

Sandra Hanks is also known as Sandra Hanks Benoiton. She lives and works full-time as a writer in Italy. Her best-selling book includes ‘The Guide to U.S. Infant Adoption.’ The book is about the procedures and regulations to be observed during adoption. Her book “Papaya.. and Other Seeds” is a collection of short stories.

Sandra Hanks was married to Benoiton and after her marriage, the couple moved to the United Kingdom. They later moved to Seychelles and opened a cafe in Baie Lazare. She got divorced and raised her two adopted children as a single mother.

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