Which actor played the part of Forrest Gump?

Tom Hanks played the part of Forrest Gump in the film of the same name released in 1994. It tells the story of an intellectually disabled man from the 1950s to the 1980s. The film, directed by Robert Zemeckis, was a huge success earning 6 Academy Awards, including the Best leading role and Best picture.

Source: Britannica