You might think the Oscars is the most eagerly-awaited event of the year for Tom Hanks, but it's actually trips to England to see his beloved Aston Villa play in the Premier League which really gets him going.

Why is Tom Hanks in Birmingham?

Oscar-winning US actor Hanks appeared in a box at Villa Park stadium in Birmingham to watch his team play Liverpool, whose manager Jurgen Klopp returned to the ground for the final time as manager of The Reds.

Where is Aston Villa?

Villa Park is a football stadium in Aston, Birmingham, with a seating capacity of 42,640. It has been the home of Premier League club Aston Villa since 1897.

What football team does David Bradley support?

Aston Villa fan David Bradley is an actor famous for his role in Harry Potter and Broadchurch. Justin Rose is pictured here chatting to Gerard Butler (left) at Wimbledon.

Which football team does Simon Cowell support?

Des Lynam, Jon Snow (from the news, not Game of Thrones) and Simon Cowell are all Seagulls, though Cowell has admitted his is more of a passing interest than a full-blown fanatical devotion. Jamie Theakston and Michael Fish complete a who's who of yesteryear faces who also follow the Albion.

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Which team does Ozzy Osbourne support?

Ozzy Osbourne and Geezer Butler - Aston Villa

With both Osbourne and Butler born in Aston, Birmingham there was only one club the former Black Sabbath legends could support and that was The Villa.

Where does Arsenal play?

The Emirates Stadium (known as Arsenal Stadium for UEFA competitions) is a football stadium in Holloway, London, England. It has been the home stadium of Arsenal Football Club since its completion in 2006. It has a current seated capacity of 60,704, making it one of the largest football stadiums in England by capacity.

Who is the American owner of Aston Villa?

Their traditional club badge is of a rampant lion. The club is currently owned by V Sports, a company owned by the Egyptian billionaire Nassef Sawiris, the American billionaire Wes Edens, and American investment company Atairos.

Where does Chelsea play?

Stamford Bridge is one of the oldest football grounds in the country and has been the home of Chelsea Football Club since our formation in 1905. The Bridge opened as a sporting arena on 28 April 1877.

What religion is Tom Hanks the actor?

Although Hanks' family religious history was Catholic and Mormon, as an adult he converted to Greek Orthodox Christianity after his marriage to Rita Wilson.

What was Tom Hanks original name?

Thomas Jeffrey Hanks was born on July 9, 1956, in Concord, California. After graduating high school in Oakland, Hanks attended junior college before transferring into the theater program at California State University.

Has Tom Hanks got an actor brother?

James Mefford Hanks (born June 15, 1961) is an American actor and filmmaker. He has played numerous minor roles in film and guest appearances on television, and often does voice substitution work for his older brother Tom Hanks (most notably Sheriff Woody for Toy Story–related talking toys and video games).

Who is the real owner of Stamford Bridge stadium?

Chelsea Pitch Owners plc is a nonprofit organisation which is part of Chelsea Football Club, tasked with the upkeep of the stadium. It owns both the freehold of the Stamford Bridge stadium and the naming rights of Chelsea Football Club.

Which club owns Wembley Stadium?

Wembley Stadium is owned by the governing body of English football, the Football Association, whose headquarters are in the stadium, through its subsidiary Wembley National Stadium Ltd (WNSL). With 90,000 seats, it is the largest stadium in the UK and the second-largest stadium in Europe.

Who are the richest Premier League owners?

NEWCASTLE UNITED'S Saudi supremos are the Premier League's richest owners since completing their sensational takeover. The £300million deal with the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund fired the Toon to the top of the wealthy charts but who else is on the billionaire list?

Why does Prince William support Aston Villa?

I was looking around for clubs. All my friends at school were either Man United fans or Chelsea fans and I didn't want to follow the run of the mill teams,” he said. “I wanted to have a team that was more mid-table that could give me more emotional rollercoaster moments. “Aston Villa's always had a great history.

Who owns Arsenal?

Arsenal. Kroenke is the owner of Arsenal Holdings plc which owns soccer clubs Arsenal F.C. of the Premier League and Arsenal W.F.C. of the WSL.

Where does Liverpool play?

Anfield has been home to Liverpool Football Club ever since the club's formation in 1892. However, the Reds were not the first club to play at the ground. Everton played at Anfield before ending their tenancy after an eight-year stay.

What is Man City's stadium called?

Etihad Stadium Manchester City FC, Info & Map | Premier League.

Why is Arsenal called Arsenal?

Arsenal. Most people know that the Gunners originally played in Woolwich, and that their modern name (and nickname) comes from the Royal Arsenal munitions complex, based at Woolwich since the 17th century. The Workers of Woolwich mural reflects the workforce who founded Arsenal.

Did Freddie Mercury support a football team?

Freddie Mercury said he was not into sports. I don't think he ever supported any football (soccer) team. He did wear the jersey of Argentinian football star, Diego Maradona while Queen toured South America, but otherwise, he didn't follow sports in general.

What team does Idris Elba support?

Elba has stated he is spiritual but not religious. He is an avid supporter of Arsenal.

What football team does Phil Collins support?

Phil Collins is another musical member of the club's fanbase. Harry Potter author JK Rowling is a Tottenham fan too, although admittedly not a die-hard supporter. Tottenham's most famous American supporters include Zac Efron, Steve Nash and Adam Richman.

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