Mykelti Williamson opened up about how he auditioned for 'Forrest Gump' with Tom Hanks and how he realized the pair were ...

In the movie, when Tom Hanks’ title character enlists in the U.S. Army, he befriends Williamson’s Benjamin Buford "Bubba" ...

On the June 2 episode of Still Here Hollywood Podcast with Steve Kmetko, host Steve Kmetko was joined by actor Mykelti Williamson. During the conversation, he revealed that he’s never been to ...

'Forrest Gump' Star, 68, Says Tom Hanks Kicked Him During Audition originally appeared on Parade. Forrest Gump star Mykelti ...

Since Forrest Gump went on to make over USD 670 million at the box office and won six Oscars, including Best Picture, Williamson also starred in 2016's Fences with Viola Davis and Denzel Washington, ...

Ahead of the film's premiere, actor Mykelti Williamson, known for his iconic role as Bubba in Forrest Gump, and producer Kip Konwiser sat down with News 9 to discuss the inspiration behind the ...

Actor Mykelti Williamson recalled the instant connection he had when he screen tested with Tom Hanks before officially ...

SEE ALSO: 'The Last Rodeo' rides into theaters nationwide Memorial Day weekend Ahead of the film's premiere, actor Mykelti Williamson, known for his iconic role as Bubba in Forrest Gump ...

Williamson said he had to fight to be seen for his role as Bubba, but when he and Tom Hanks auditioned together, their connection was immediate Williamson told his agent, “If I can't get in on ...