Tributes have been paid to the writer whose work was adapted into the film starring Tom Hanks that won six Oscars
Tributes have been paid to Winston Groom, the author of the novel Forrest Gump, who has died aged 77.
His work was adapted into a 1994 blockbuster film starring Tom Hanks. Forrest Gump was a cultural sensation and grossed more than $683m (£527m) at the global box office on its way to winning six Academy Awards, including best picture and best actor for Hanks.
