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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1909, Joe DeRita, American actor (died 1993) was born. In 1927, Jack Harshman, American baseball player (died 2013) was born. In 1932, Monte Hellman, American director and producer (died 2021) was born. In 1936, Frank Ryan, American football player and mathematician (died 2024) was born. In 1938, Ron Fairly, American baseball player and sportscaster (died 2019) was born. In 1956, Mario Soto, Dominican baseball player was born. In 1967, Riots begin in Newark, New Jersey. In 1972, Jake Wood, English actor was born. In 1992, Bartosz Bereszyński, Polish footballer was born. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Tom Hanks-Led Baseball Movie ‘The Comebacker’ Scores Summer 2027 Release

The Hollywood Reporter

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Marielle Heller directs the Sony feature that adapts a Dave Eggers short story.

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· Jul 3, 2026

Tom Hanks and Bad Bunny's "The Comebacker" Lands Release Date

Sony Pictures has dated The Comebacker, starring Tom Hanks and Bad Bunny, for theatrical release on July 30, 2027.

The Hollywood Reporter

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· Jun 25, 2026

‘The Americas’ Renewed for Second Season at NBC

Tom Hanks will return as the narrator for the natural history series, which is set for a 2028 premiere.

Variety

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· Jun 22, 2026

Tom Hanks Says Disney Could Use AI to Recreate Woody’s Voice for ‘Toy Story 6’ and Beyond If He Doesn’t Return: ‘It’s a Scary Thought’

Tom Hanks is back as Woody in “Top Story 5,” which set a franchise record with its massive 312 million worldwide opening. Given the enduring popularity of the 31-year-old franchise, people are already wondering if “Toy Story 6” is an inevitability. But would two-time Oscar winner Hanks return as Woody in a sixth movie? “If []

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jul 6, 2026

MLB All-Star Game Locations, Dates for 2026, 2027 Plus All Past Venues

See every city and stadium that has hosted the MLB All-Star Game since 1933, plus where the Midsummer Classic is headed in 2026 and 2027.

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 2, 2026

Tom Hanks Returns to Baseball in Sony’s ‘The Comebacker,’ Releasing July 2027

Sony Pictures has set July 30, 2027 for 'The Comebacker,' reuniting Tom Hanks with director Marielle Heller. Based on Dave Eggers' 2024 short story, it follows a baseball pitching coach whose life changes after a freak on-field accident.

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· Jul 9, 2026

Tom Hanks turns 70: Revisit 7 of his award-winning roles

Tom Hanks turns 70: Revisit 7 of his award-winning roles

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Related coverage for "Tom Hanks-Led Baseball Movie ‘The Comebacker’ Scores Summer 2027 Release": Sada Elbalad — Tom Hanks and Bad Bunny's "The Comebacker" Lands Release Date. The Hollywood Reporter — ‘The Americas’ Renewed for Second Season at NBC. Variety — Tom Hanks Says Disney Could Use AI to Recreate Woody’s Voice for ‘Toy Story 6’ and Beyond If He Doesn’t Return: ‘It’s a Scary Thought’. FOX Sports Digital — MLB All-Star Game Locations, Dates for 2026, 2027 Plus All Past Venues . The Eastern Herald — Tom Hanks Returns to Baseball in Sony’s ‘The Comebacker,’ Releasing July 2027. UPI — Tom Hanks turns 70: Revisit 7 of his award-winning roles