Chet Hanks Shares How Famous Parents Tom Hanks & Rita Hanks Forbid Him From Appearing On Reality TV

The 33-year old son of actors Tom Hanks and Rita Hanks has shared that his famous parents forbid him to take part in reality TV. Chet Hanks has revealed this tidbit of information after discussing his appearance on MTV’s The Surreal Life.

While Tom Hanks and Rita Hanks told their son to steer clear of any unscripted content, the rapper says that they did in fact approve of him appearing in the MTV series.

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“They definitely have said [no reality TV] in regard to the typical reality shows,” Chet recently shared. “When this came up, we discussed it and everybody agreed… we all agreed that this could be a really great opportunity for me and it was perfect.” He added, “They were really supportive. I was excited and everybody was.”

Chet Hanks went on to share that he has previously had other offers for reality shows but declined because the shows were centered around fighting, gossiping, unhealthy behavior, and more.

This time however, Chet chose to sign on to the MTV series because it was different and because he developed a good relationship with the show’s producers.

“And this is the first reality show… this is the first one that’s not that kind of show. It’s really more so about personal relationships and getting to show people a different side of you and personal growth and being open and vulnerable.’

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Is Chet Hanks Trying To Clean Up His Image?

It sounds like Chet Hanks may be looking to change his image. The younger Hanks has struggled over the years with a prior cocaine addiction.

Hanks has also made headlines for what some have deemed culture apportion as well as a number of comments he has made stating that his childhood was toxic.

The comments appeared to drive a wedge between himself and his parents but recently the family was seen together and appeared to be happy. Chet Hanks has yet to reveal what acting plans he may have next.

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