TomHanks recently threw the first pitch for the ClevelandGuardians, accompanied by his volleyball CastAway co-star, Wilson.
Tom Hanks threw out the ceremonial first pitch for the Cleveland Guardians home opener while accompanied by his volleyball pal, Wilson, from Cast Away. Hanks starred in the 2000 survival drama movie by Robert Zemeckis that saw him stranded on an uninhabited island after a plane crash in the South Pacific. Alone and desperate for human connection, Hanks' character draws a face in smeared blood on a Wilson brand volleyball and develops a deep connection with it.
Since the 2000 film released, the Wilson volleyball from Cast Away has become a cultural icon, having been referenced in countless movies and shows. The prop was so beloved that it was named the Critics' Choice Award Winner for Best Inanimate Object in 2001. The Wilson brand even currently sells a Cast Away volleyball with the Wilson face in"smeared blood" on their website for around $20.
Accompanied by a rather uncooperative Wilson, @tomhanks delivers the ceremonial first pitch to Larry Doby Jr.#ForTheLand pic.twitter.com/tbmkcwqHuHHanks threw the first pitch to Larry Doby Jr., whose father served as the second Black player to break baseball's color barrier and the first Black player in the American League back in 1947. Hanks wore an appropriate jersey during his pitch, featuring the number 14, the same number Doby Sr. wore during his career.
Though born in California, Hanks began his career by studying theater in Cleveland, resulting in his love for the Cleveland baseball team. Having him throw out the first pitch on such an important day is only fitting. Also, having him accompanied by his old pal, Wilson, from Cast Away was a welcomed surprise by fans in attendance.
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