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Beloved actor Tom Hanks has made a surprise cameo in the music video for You Better Run, which is the latest single from his son Chet Hanks' country duo, Something Out West.
In the video, as NME reports, Chet stepped into his father's 'Forrest Gump' role as he enacted some of the movie's arguably most talked-about scenes, such as the park bench scene, the cross-country run, and a stint on a shrimping boat named Jenny.
Toward the end, Tom Hanks himself makes an appearance. The star sat beside his son on the bench. Take a look at the music video below:
The cameo was quick to set social media platforms abuzz. Fans soon weighed in the comment section of the YouTube video to share their reactions. Below are what some of them had to comment:
"Proof that a father will do literally anything for their kids.", declared a netizen.
"Another Great tune from this very talented Duo. This song and their first release (superb songwriting) has given Nashville the next super group, and now it is clear why they were "leaving Hollywood". Keep up the great work gentlemen.", lauded another.
"I dig Chet. I didn't think much of him for years because i didn't get him. I saw him on Surreal Life and realized he's self aware, funny as hell and pretty thoughtful dude. Glad i was wrong. Great song too", penned a third.
"People are giving the dude a lot of sh*t and I don't really get why. The song is fine. Not my thing, but far from bad. And cheers to Tom Hanks for standing proud next to his son.", noted a fourth.
Others also chimed in:
"Brilliant. Instead of trying to cover up or disguise Chester's corniness, what if he makes music that's not only acceptable if it's corny but encouraged? And pair him with someone that looks like he's been down the same bumpy road. Absolute W.", opined a fan.
"I am genuinely tearing up just seeing chet and tom makes me so happy God bless this family if only they knew how much they make people happy", stated another.
"Chet- It IS your time to shine. Overshadowed for far too long- this plus great acting in Running Point! YOU are a STAR", expressed a third.
"Plot twist, Tom Hanks was unaware of the music video. He thought Chet just wanted to meet him at this bench.", claimed a fourth.
Chet Hanks formed Something Out West with longtime friend Drew Arthur
Reports suggest that the country duo first met as roommates in California. Their friendship gradually turned into a partnership for musical projects.
In February 2024, Something Out West signed with Big Machine Records, a Nashville-based label. Their debut single was Leaving Hollywood.
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