E.A. Hanks Details Troubled Childhood in Upcoming Memoir

E.A. Hanks, daughter of actor Tom Hanks, reveals a tumultuous childhood in her upcoming memoir, 'The 10: A Memoir of Family and the Open Road.' Describing her early years as filled with 'confusion, violence, deprivation, and love,' E.A. recounts the struggles she faced living with her mother, Samantha Lewes, following her parents' divorce in 1985. After being relocated to Sacramento, she describes a chaotic home environment, where neglect and emotional turmoil were prevalent, leading to a significant event that ultimately altered her custody arrangement. E.A. believes her mother suffered from untreated mental health issues, including bipolar disorder, which contributed to the instability in their lives. The memoir offers a rare glimpse into the challenges of growing up as the child of a celebrity, juxtaposed with a troubled family dynamic. E.A.'s reflections shed light on the complexities of her childhood and her journey to understand her mother's life.