Tom Hanks' Mother, Janet Frager, Has Died at 84

The actor made the announcement on Instagram, writing, "Safe crossing, mom!"

ByABC News
July 12, 2016, 4:31 PM
Tom Hanks attends the UK premiere of "A Hologram For The King" at BFI Southbank, April 25, 2016, in London.
Tom Hanks attends the UK premiere of "A Hologram For The King" at BFI Southbank, April 25, 2016, in London.
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— -- Tom Hanks' mother, Janet Frager, has died at the age of 84, the actor announced on Instagram today.

"This beauty? My mom. She was the difference in many lives. Many lives," Hanks wrote alongside a photo of his mother.

His wife, actress Rita Wilson, shared a photo of the Oscar-winning actor with his mother and thanked her.