Did You Know These Behind-The-Scenes Facts About "Cast Away"?

The Lt. Dan Band

Actor Gary Sinise took his "Forrest Gump" character to a whole new level. He started his own band, The Lt. Dan Band. The 12-piece rock band - in which he plays the bass - performs covers of USO songs and donates all their proceeds to disabled veterans. The real Lt. Dan would be so proud.

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The More You Know

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