Tom Hanks is an American actor and filmmaker who has an estimated net worth of $350 million. He is also suffering from a Type 2 Diabetes illness. Last Sunday, the 58-year-old legendary actor was honored by US President Barack Obama at the 2014 Kennedy Center Honors Gala. Among other recipients are, Sting, Patricia McBride, Lily Tomlin and Al Green.

Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks, who has an estimated $350 million net worth as listed by The Richest, announced his illness in 2013. He shared the news about his Type 2 Diabetes in an interview with David Letterman. In an Oct. 8, 2013 report by The Daily Mail, Hanks admitted he had been experiencing symptoms for 20 years.  

In the US, almost 26 million people, kids and adults, have Type 2 Diabetes, a condition where the body is unable to produce enough insulin to maintain normal blood sugar levels or become resistant to insulin's effects.

In a bid to control the symptoms of the illness, Tom Hanks is in better shape than he's ever been. Meanwhile, the award-winning actor is by far one of the most popular, favorably-respected and best paid Hollywood actors. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Tom Hanks is one of the most consistent box-office money making star in the world.

Despite suffering a Type 2 Diabetes illness, Tom Hanks continued to be successful in his career in acting, directing and producing. And aside from his remarkable net worth value, the veteran actor is one of the highest-grossing actors in the film history. As of 2014, Hanks' films have grossed over $4.2 billion at the US and Canada box-offices and over $8.4 billion globally.

Meanwhile, Tom Hanks was one of the awardees at the recently concluded 2014 Kennedy Center Honors gala. According to wivb.com, the recognition is given to personalities who have influenced the American culture through the arts.

On Sunday, Broadway, Washington and Hollywood's top performers and power players gathered to honor the recipients of the award in a gala presentation, which was hosted by Stephen Colbert. The show will be broadcasted by CBS on Dec. 30.

At the show, a series of tributes for Tom Hanks was led by David Letterman, whom the actor had shared his Type 2 Diabetes illness with in 2013. Letterman recited some of the actor's unforgettable lines from his films. BBC News reported Tom Hanks, who has a $350 million net worth, couldn't believe when he was told he was among the honorees.

Since 1978, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has been honoring stars of the stage, screen and concert hall for their lifetime contributions to the arts. This year, the recipients were presented with their ceremonial ribbons by President Obama.

At the show, film director described Tom Hanks as "America's favorite son." And he was joined by his actress wife Rita Wilson in Washington.

In spite of the challenges Tom Hanks braved with his Type 2 Diabetes illness, the Hollywood legend remained to be one of the most commercially-successful actors in the industry. And according to Celebrity Net Worth, Tom Hanks has a $350 million fortune.