Rita Wilson made a glamorous appearance at the 68th Grammy Awards on Sunday, accompanied by her granddaughter Olivia Hanks for a special birthday celebration. The 69-year-old singer, who is married to acclaimed actor Tom Hanks, posed for photographs alongside Olivia, who marked her 15th birthday at the prestigious music industry event.
A Family Affair at Music's Biggest Night
Wilson turned heads in a sophisticated short-sleeved black dress adorned with sparkling stones, complemented by metallic silver fingerless gloves that added a contemporary edge to her ensemble. She styled her long blonde hair in a centre part with soft waves, creating an elegant look for the star-studded occasion.
Meanwhile, Olivia Hanks, daughter of Wilson's stepson Colin Hanks and his wife Samantha Bryant, looked remarkably grown-up in a slinky navy blue dress featuring a distinctive double silver stone strap on one side. The teenager contrasted her grandmother's blonde locks with her lengthy brunette hair arranged in a half-up, half-down style, complete with face-framing ringlets at the front.
Generational Style and Family Connections
The birthday girl enhanced her look with a soft palette of makeup and showcased a classic French manicure, demonstrating sophisticated style beyond her years. Olivia is one of three grandchildren for Wilson and Tom Hanks, joining her sister Charlotte, born in 2013, and Michaiah, the nine-year-old daughter of their son Chet Hanks.
Wilson and Tom Hanks have been married since 1988 and share two sons together: Chet Hanks, 35, and Truman Hanks, 30. The Forrest Gump actor also has two children from his previous marriage to Samantha Lewes: Colin Hanks, 48, and Elizabeth Hanks, 43, making Olivia part of an extended Hollywood family dynasty.
Grammy Awards 2026: The Broader Celebration
The 68th annual Grammy Awards ceremony, considered music's most significant night, brought together the industry's biggest artists at Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena. Broadcast live on CBS and available for streaming on Paramount+, the event featured comedian Trevor Noah returning as host for his sixth consecutive year.
Nominations had been announced in November, with 22-time Grammy-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar leading the field with nine nominations. Lady Gaga followed closely with seven nominations, alongside Taylor Swift's longtime collaborator Jack Antonoff and renowned pop producer Cirkut.
Notable Performances and Winners
Among the evening's performers were Sabrina Carpenter, who earned six nominations for her 2025 album Man's Best Friend, alongside Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, and K-pop sensation Rosé. The awards ceremony celebrated achievements across numerous categories, recognising excellence in recording, composition, and performance.
Major winners included Lady Gaga taking Best Dance Pop Recording for Abracadabra, while FKA twigs claimed Best Dance/Electronic Album for EUSEXUA. In the rock categories, Turnstile secured both Best Rock Album for NEVER ENOUGH and Best Metal Performance for BIRDS.
The prestigious Album of the Year category featured strong contenders including Bad Bunny's DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, Justin Bieber's SWAG, Sabrina Carpenter's Man's Best Friend, and Kendrick Lamar's GNX, showcasing the diverse musical landscape honoured at this year's ceremony.
