Tom Hanks Thinks Oscars Don’t Need Voice Actor Category: “They Have Enough”

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Tom Hanks, returning as Woody in Toy Story 5, argues against creating a dedicated Oscar category for voice actors, saying talented voice performers already have the chops to compete in existing acting categories. The two-time Academy Award winner suggests the current slate of awards is sufficient and that voice actors don't need their own recognition track. His position reflects ongoing debate within the industry about whether voice work deserves distinct Oscar consideration or should remain integrated into traditional acting categories.