Tom Hanks has Connection With Fred Rogers: Ancestry Discovery

Tom Hanks was surprised to know that he is related to his on-screen character Fred Rogers. Fred Rogers is an American television host, director, producer, and more. Access Hollywood gave the information to Tom and his wife Rota Wilson on the red carpet. Mr. Rogers’s wife, Joanne Rogers, was also surprised and excited about the news, saying this is awesome.

It is amazing, and Fred also loved the news and Family tree. Tom Hanks’ co-start in the movie Susan Kelechi Watson also asked, Are you Serious? Ancestry has found this discovery in over 20 billion online records that show a link in Tom’s family tree that says that he is the 6th cousin of Fred Rogers. Ancestry has been helping people learn about their family tree and ancestors for more than 30 years. Ancestry has also helped Tom and Fred to link the connection between them.

There is no surprise that they are related as they both share the same similarities, said Jennifer Utley, Research Director, Ancestry. We don’t know that our pasts affect our present. You don’t know what you can find on your personal discovery journey. The Fred Rogers- Tom Hanks family connection is just one example of how Ancestry can help you find an impactful and fantastic journey for all people. To learn more on Family stories is easy, and with an Ancestry gift membership purchase, you can receive a free Ancestry TABLETOPICS edition. Use Ancestry, and discover your family history journey and make new family connections.

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