RM Tom Hanks Allegedly Pulls Oscar Nods and Announces Departure from the U.S.: “I Can’t Do This Anymore”
Hollywood was thrown into shock after reports surfaced claiming that Tom Hanks — long considered America’s most beloved cinematic everyman — has decided to walk away from both the Oscars and the United States itself. According to the satirical report, the Oscar-winning actor says he has reached a breaking point following Donald Trump’s reelection.
In an emotional Instagram video, Hanks appeared seated on what looked like a recreation of the iconic Forrest Gump bench, addressing fans with visible frustration. “I’ve portrayed leaders, survivors, and heroes,” he said. “But I can’t keep pretending I know how to steer a country that feels completely off course.”
The actor was reportedly a strong contender for multiple Academy Award nominations this year, including A Better Tomorrow, A Kind Nation, and The Last Good Man. In an unprecedented move, Hanks allegedly requested that the Academy remove his name from consideration altogether, dismissing the awards as hollow symbols in a nation he believes has lost its moral direction.
The Academy was said to be caught off guard, issuing a short response acknowledging Hanks’ long-standing reputation for integrity while expressing regret over his decision.
Within Hollywood, reactions were swift and dramatic. Industry insiders framed Hanks’ supposed exit as a cultural alarm bell. Often viewed as the conscience of American cinema, his departure was described as deeply symbolic of growing political and social anxiety.
Actress Kerry Washington summed up the sentiment on social media, calling the situation “devastating” and questioning what hope remains if even Tom Hanks has lost faith. Longtime collaborator Steven Spielberg echoed those feelings, describing Hanks as “the heart of this industry — and perhaps of the country itself.”
Public response, however, was sharply divided. Fans flooded social media with hashtags like #BringBackTom and #AmericaLostHanks, while others accused the actor of overreacting. “Another celebrity meltdown,” one critic wrote. “If you don’t like the results, leave.”
Donald Trump, as expected, weighed in during a rally, brushing off the news with characteristic bluntness. He dismissed Hanks as “overrated,” joked that Greece could “keep him,” and suggested the actor was simply upset that voters rejected Hollywood’s influence.
According to the story, Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson plan to relocate to Greece — a place they have frequently described as their second home. Hanks, who received honorary Greek citizenship in 2020, reportedly said the move felt natural.
“Democracy was born there,” he said. “I’d rather live somewhere that respects its past while moving forward, instead of spiraling backward.” Wilson added that loving a country sometimes means knowing when to step away.
The alleged decision has fueled rumors of a broader celebrity migration, with whispers that figures like Robert De Niro and Meryl Streep could be next. Studio executives, the report claims, are quietly scrambling amid fears of instability within the film industry.
Despite everything, Hanks made it clear he has no intention of retiring. He hinted at future international projects centered on global challenges and human endurance, saying storytelling remains his purpose — just not within borders that no longer align with his values.
Referencing films like Saving Private Ryan and Apollo 13, Hanks described the version of America he once believed in as brave, unified, and resilient — qualities he now feels are fading.
As the story concludes, Hanks offered a hopeful message to fans, suggesting his departure isn’t permanent. “This isn’t a final goodbye,” he said. “I hope one day I can come back to an America that feels like home again. Until then, take care of one another.”
The satirical piece ends by framing his exit as a metaphor for the nation’s struggles, with one fan remarking, “If even Tom Hanks can’t fix this, maybe it’s on us.”
NOTE: This article is SATIRE. The events described are not real.
