Tom Hanks Explains Woody's Viral Bald Spot — The Truth Behind Toy Story 5's New Look

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News (1 / 1) 29.04.2026 03:54 / Julia

Fans spotted a surprising detail in the Toy Story 5 sneak peek — Woody appears to have a bald, worn patch at the back of his head and Tom Hanks is setting the record straight. Read on to discover the full story!

Hanks explains the wear

In an Entertainment Weekly interview published April 28, 69-year-old Tom Hanks addressed the viral image. He said the toy shows signs of heavy play over the years: repeated tugging of a rubber hat on a rubber head causes chafing, leaving a noticeably worn spot at the rear of Woody's head.