Actor Tom Hanks stated that the Academy Awards already feature a sufficient number of categories and should not add a specialized branch for voice work.

Speaking ahead of the theatrical release of Toy Story 5 on June 19, 2026, Hanks noted that the core acting categories remain fully capable of recognizing non-traditional screen work. The commentary adds to an ongoing industry debate regarding the perceived historical exclusion of digital, vocal, and motion-capture performances from major Academy recognition.