8 Sweet Snaps Of Rita Wilson And Tom Hanks That Highlight Their Decades Of Love
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson may be considered one of Hollywood's power couples. They are both multi-talented actors and producers who have managed to stay together longer than most famous couples. Hanks and Wilson married in April 1988.
After nearly four decades together, it's fair to wonder what the key to their relationship is. Wilson offered tried-and-true advice she carries in her marriage to Hanks when speaking to People: "You never go to bed mad." She also revealed that a shared bathroom keeps the two going strong. It may sound odd, but it's where you think about the rest of your day. They're definitely one of the celebrity marriages we think will (continue to) stand the test of time. In some ways, they've already proved they can, with nearly 30 years of supporting each other's careers, starring in films together, and having children. Thankfully, many of these sweet memories have been documented for fans to see.
When Tom Hanks bent over backwards to take Rita Wilson's photo
For many people, nothing compares to having a partner who has the patience and enthusiasm to capture their best moments on camera. At the "Too Much" UK screening in June 2025, Tom Hanks proved to be the perfect partner, as he did just that. The actor can be seen literally bending over backwards to get the perfect shot of his wife, Rita Wilson, as she sat on a cloud in front of the show's title. How cute are they?
When they were spotted on a romantic walk
In May 1997, Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson were captured during a romantic walk in the Pacific Palisades. The pair looked super comfortable with one another, with their arms around each other. According to the Marriage Dynamics Institute, walking together may benefit a marriage because it provides time for long conversations. It seems these two have the right idea. A little over a decade later in 2014, they were spotted strolling a beach in the area again. We can safely assume the couple has gone on many outdoor strolls since that photo was snapped, as they reportedly live in the Pacific Palisades area. Their home even survived the massive fires in 2025.
When they had the time of their lives at a fashion benefit
Back in 1997, Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson got all dressed up to attend the AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA), a runway show designed to raise money for people living with HIV and AIDS. As seen in a snap from the event, the couple appeared happy to be there, embracing each other with warm smiles on their faces. According to Senior Services, couples who volunteer and doing charity work together benefit from having a shared sense of purpose.
When they were both in awe of each other on the red carpet
At the Cannes Film Festival in May 2023, Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson appeared to have fun on the "Asteroid City" red carpet. As photographers took pictures of Wilson, Hanks opened out his arms, as if to present his wife to the cameras. They fun moment demonstrated that two are totally comfortable being themselves, even when they're all dressed up for an event.
When they took a selfie at a charity event
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson were spotted taking a selfie at "An Unforgettable Evening" benefitting the Women's Cancer Research Fund in April 2024, where they served as honorary co-chairs. The fact that the pair opted to get their own personal pic (even though there were likely professional photos of them from the evening) shows they really wanted to cherish the moment for themselves. It's also nice to see their dedication as a couple to helping others.
When they both embraced each other at Rita Wilson's Walk of Fame ceremony
Rita Wilson was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2019 for her contributions to entertainment as an actor, producer, singer, and songwriter. That day, photographers captured the couple in a loving embrace during the ceremony, with smiles across their face as they commemorated the special career milestone. Hanks, received his own star way back in the early '90s for his incredible acting, producing, writing, and directing., looked more than happy to support his wife; he even gave a speech at the ceremony!
The couple that works together stays together
There's a reason Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson are a power couple. Along with working well together, they support each other's dreams. After Wilson saw the original "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," for instance, she convinced Hanks to turn it into a movie. The two served as co-producers on the film. Years later, they were all smiles when being photographed at the premiere of "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2" in 2016, proving their professional relationship was still as strong as their romantic one.
When Rita Wilson showed up to support Tom Hanks
We can all learn some lessons from Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson. The two are talented and hardworking in their own right, and still show up to support one another. Wilson, for example, showed up at the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival for a screening of "The Circle," in which Hanks stars as Eamon Bailey. In the snap above, Wilson can be seen laughing and smiling with her husband on the red carpet. They're simply too cute.