Hey everyone, I was just reading about Tom Hanks’ early career and came across his first wife, Samantha Lewes. Sadly, it seems she passed away in 2002. I couldn’t find anything specific online about what happened. Does anyone know what caused Samantha Lewes’ death? I’d also love to hear any memories or tributes people have for her.
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Samantha Lewes, the first wife of actor Tom Hanks, passed away on March 12, 2002. Her cause of death was bone cancer, specifically a form of osteosarcoma. She battled the disease for some time before succumbing to it. Lewes was an actress and the mother of Tom Hanks’ two children, Colin and Elizabeth Hanks.
Samantha Lewes battled bone cancer, which was diagnosed after a routine checkup. The disease had metastasized to her lungs and brain, and she passed away on March 12, 2002.