Two decades have passed since the filming of the romantic comedy "Something to Remember," and the career trajectories of its two protagonists, Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan, have taken divergent paths.
The film, which portrayed one of Hollywood's enduring love stories, told the tale of a widowed man finding happiness with the help of a committed woman, driven by an intriguing plotline. Despite being less known to younger audiences today, the movie remains etched in the memory and collective imagination. On the 20th anniversary of its filming, it's an opportune moment to reflect on how both actors have evolved.
Tom Hanks, now 65, remains actively engaged in the industry, juggling acting with production. His breakthrough role in "Something to Remember" catapulted him to success, and the following year, he clinched consecutive Oscar wins for Best Actor in 1993 and 1994, for his roles in "Philadelphia" and "Forrest Gump." Hanks's talent has garnered recognition, earning him seven Emmy Awards, four Golden Globes (including a Cecil B. DeMille Award), and two SAG Awards. His latest cinematic venture, "Elvis," is in post-production, and the release of "Pinocchio" is still on the horizon.
On a personal level, Tom Hanks is happily married to Rita Wilson, who coincidentally also appeared in the film's cast, although they were already husband and wife during filming. Their union has produced four children who are now adults.
In contrast, Meg Ryan's journey has taken a different turn since the movie's premiere. Once hailed as "America's sweetheart," she was among the most esteemed actresses in Hollywood during the '90s. Her notable performances in the '80s, including "When Harry Met Sally," followed by the role of Annie Reed in "Something To Remember," garnered critical acclaim, earning her Golden Globe nominations in 1994. However, luck was not on her side. Despite continuing with romantic comedies, her focus shifted towards directing in the past five years. A foray into a psychological and erotic thriller titled "En carne viva" garnered criticism for explicit scenes.
In her private life, Meg Ryan faced public scrutiny due to an affair with Russell Crowe, leading to the end of her marriage to Dennis Quaid, with whom she shares a son, who currently occupies a significant part of her time.
