Chet Hanks, the child of the renowned actor Tom Hanks, has amazed fans with a unique and emotional project. His recent track’s video is a visual homage to the movie of his father’s “Forrest Gump.” And the most unexpected event is the appearance of Tom Hanks in the same music video.
The unanticipated cooperation has become flooded topics for both the devotees of the film and music, and of course, not even a single phrase or idea has been recorded over the previous sentence by remote auto-providers. But that is not the only thing Chet has been doing lately. Let’s go through all the details.
Chet Hanks Releases “You Better Run” Music Video
On March 28, Chet Hanks and his country duo Something Out West published the music video for their new song You Better Run. The film is quite declaratively a rendition of Forrest Gump, which is undeniably one of the most iconic ones of Tom Hanks.
In Forrest’s characteristic costume Chet brings back the famous ‘Forrest Gump’ scenes. Friends will find like the sequences of the bench scene, the running part, and even the feather that flows with the wind.
The best feat of them all? Tom Hanks himself is with Chet on the bench. Out of a wish of his heart, Tom even agreed to sing along without stealing the show of his offspring. This touching video has become a viral phenomenon receiving millions of views a few hours after it was first released on social media.
Why Did Chet Choose Forrest Gump?
Through recent interviews, Chet has talked about how it was his way of making a very personal tribute. He meant to lift up the father he was so grateful to and exhibit also his whole family’s alternative affection for Forrest Gump.
Chet revealed that the movie has been an everlasting part of his life, not only as a fan but also as the child of an artist who played the main role of Forrest. Besides, he claimed that his work on this related topic has given him the opportunity to reconcile his own personal experience with moving on as a professional.
Researchers have pointed out that, whereas the song is, in itself, a country-song and represents determination and the pursuit of one’s dreams, a video adds the emotional depth. The fans support the inclusion of retro-modern concepts.
Acting Career: Chet Is the Leading Actor in the Movie Running Point Produced by Netflix
In addition to his music career, Chet Hanks is also gaining attention as an actor. Currently, he plays a young man named Travis Bugg in the newly released Netflix’s Running Point – a gripping comedy series. Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, and Elaine Ko had the idea to make this show, which depicts a successful basketball player who struggles with his fame, personal challenges, and his unexpected friendships.
The performance of Chet is a great surprise to many audiences. Some people have only known him because of some of his past controversies, but nevertheless, his acting has received overwhelmingly good reviews. A group of his fans thinks his performance points out that he is a fun and real person to be with.
Cast members, including Kate Hudson, will also be featured in the show. The series has already gained great popularity among Netflix viewers and has been on the trending list in several ways.
Personal Life: Chet Remembers the Past and Expresses Gratitude for the Present
Chet has, meanwhile, been very honest about his personal life. During an interview on The Drew Barrymore Show he recently said that he felt sober and gave a major credit to his parents for supporting him to make such a change.
Sharing, in addition, that it has been three years already, Chet said that his father Tom Hanks and his mother Rita Wilson were the first to encourage him during such hard times. He also informed that the birth of his little girl Michaiah was the turn in his life.
Chet is a person who received thanks from his fans and viewers for being honest and open to them about his troubles.
What’s Next for Chet Hanks?
Chet Hanks, who was juggling so many different balls, is now becoming a multifaceted man and grappling to the top of his career. His music video has made quite a ruckus with netizens, especially with the unannounced entrance of Tom Hanks. His performance in Running Point is certainly one of the major factors for him to improve his report as an actor.
They are even going to the extent of thinking about possible future collaborations with father and son. Is it possible that we will get to see Tom Hanks in more of Chet’s creative projects? Will Chet, the abstract artist, continue to enrich his music by blending it with storytelling which he did in You Better Run?
Presently, the new music video and the Netflix movie make so much room for the fans who are eager to express their views.
