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Ron Howard Reflects on Friendship and Hanks’ Impact

8/28/2025

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Ron Howard shared insights about his friendship with Tom Hanks in a PEOPLE interview.
He highlighted directing Hanks in "Apollo 13" as a significant career milestone.
Howard humorously mentioned that Hanks' exaggerated impression of him has impacted his directing style.
He commended Hanks as an outstanding actor to work with.

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Story summary

Ron Howard shared insights about his friendship with Tom Hanks in a PEOPLE interview.
He highlighted directing Hanks in "Apollo 13" as a significant career milestone.
Howard humorously mentioned that Hanks' exaggerated impression of him has impacted his directing style.
He commended Hanks as an outstanding actor to work with.