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Tom Hanks Supports Son Chet Hanks at Stagecoach 2026
4/29/2026, 11:10:42 PM
Stagecoach Performance Highlights
On April 25, 2026, Tom Hanks, 69, attended the Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio, California, as his son Chet Hanks, 35, performed with his band Something Out West. The set featured “You Better Run,” a 2025 single whose video references Hanks’s 1994 film *Forrest Gump*. Hanks mouthed the lyrics and smiled while the crowd sang along.
Creative Background of Something Out West
Chet Hanks, son of Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, co-founded Something Out West with Drew Arthur during a sobriety period. The California-based duo blends country sounds with personal storytelling. Their 2025 “You Better Run” video shows Chet in a Forrest Gump-style suit, a box of chocolates, and a shrimp-fishing boat named Jenny, with Tom Hanks appearing beside him. Chet also stars in Netflix’s *Running Point*, whose second season premiered April 23, 2026. The video’s shrimp-fishing boat named Jenny references the *Forrest Gump* character, reinforcing the link to Hanks’s iconic role.
Key Participants
Tom Hanks (actor, father) – Chet Hanks (musician, actor) – Rita Wilson (actress, mother) – Drew Arthur (bandmate) – Keren Ashri (festival attendee who filmed the event)
Chronology of Relevant Events
Demographic Data
Tom Hanks, 69; Chet Hanks, 35; Rita Wilson, 69. Tom’s four children are Colin (48), Elizabeth (43), Chet (35) and Truman (30).
Official Statements & Responses
Tom Hanks expressed support by joining the audience and singing along, without issuing a formal comment. Fans noted his relaxed demeanor, describing him as a supportive dad who blended seamlessly into the festival atmosphere.
Criticism & Opposition
Chet Hanks has described his upbringing as “completely worthless,” noting that people assumed he was arrogant because of his parents’ fame. He said the pressure left him feeling mentally and emotionally challenged.
On-the-Ground Reports
Keren Ashri said she “noticed him and freaked out honestly” upon seeing Tom Hanks, adding that he “was very kind and gracious” while interacting with fans and taking photos after the set.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I noticed him and freaked out honestly,” — Keren Ashri, festival attendee
- “I couldn’t believe he was standing right there next to me! He was enjoying watching his son.” — Keren Ashri
- “I’ll tell you something about my childhood. People think that being Tom Hanks’ son, like, I would grow up feeling like I was the s***,” — Chet Hanks
- “Ultimately, I consider myself an artist, and acting and music are just two different mediums for being able to express myself,” — Chet Hanks
What’s Next
Chet Hanks will continue his work with Something Out West and his acting role in *Running Point* season 2. Tom Hanks has not issued a formal statement about the performance, but his presence at Stagecoach signals ongoing family encouragement.
