Remembering two-time Oscar-winner Gene Hackman

"Sunday Morning" looks back on the brilliant career of Gene Hackman, and talks with Brad Dourif (Hackman's co-star in "Mississippi Burning") and Hollywood Reporter chief film critic David Rooney about a star who refused to be typecast.

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Remembering Gene Hackman

Actor Gene Hackman, who appeared in more than 70 films and won two Academy Awards (for "The French Connection" and "Unforgiven"), was found dead at his home near Santa Fe, N.M. this week. He was ...
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Remembering Gene Hackman's life and legacy

You've probably heard descriptions of actors like "they filled the screen" or "they showed range." If you didn't know what those really meant, Gene Hackman's four decades of examples pretty much ...
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Remembering Gene Hackman's most iconic roles

Iconic actor Gene Hackman has died at the age of 95. The two-time Oscar winner starred in dozens of movies, including "The French Connection" and "The Conversation." USA Today reporter Brian Truitt ...
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Gene Hackman’s business partner remembers actor as a prankster

SANTA FE, New Mexico — Gene Hackman was many things, most notably an award-winning actor, but what many don’t know is that Hackman loved a good prank.
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Gene Hackman, a Life in Pictures

A Hollywood superstar and two-time Oscar winner who stood out by blending in.
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Hollywood reacts to Gene Hackman's death

Hollywood is reacting to the tragic news of Gene Hackman's death. Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog were found dead in a New Mexico home, officials said. People Magazine's Nigel Smith ...
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Gene Hackman: The eclectic life of a Hollywood great

Although he did not become an actor until his 30s, Hackman became one of Hollywood's most bankable stars.
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Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman dead at 95

Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman died at the age of 95 at his Santa Fe, New Mexico, home. Hackman was found dead along with his wife and dog, but officials say they do not suspect foul play.
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Gene Hackman: the star of every scene he was in

From The Conversation to The Royal Tenenbaums, the actor rode America’s new wave to become the gold standard for characterful acting with heft. • Gene Hackman found dead with his wife – news • ...
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Gene Hackman’s Career Is a Tribute to the Pugnacious Nature of Surprise

He could be both paternal and terrifying, and had the ability to almost goad you into liking men who would otherwise be despicable.
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Gene Hackman: 13 Memorable Movies to Stream

He played a complicated hero in “The French Connection” and an arch-villain in “Superman.” Here are some of Hackman’s career highlights.
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From the archives: Gene Hackman, actor, novelist

The death of Academy Award-winning actor Gene Hackman, at the age of 95, was announced on February 27, 2025. In this "Sunday Morning" profile from March 19, 2000, correspondent Martha Teichner ...
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What to know about the investigation into Gene Hackman's death

There is a growing mystery surrounding the death of two-time Academy Award winner Gene Hackman. His body, along with that of his wife's, were found Wednesday afternoon lying on the floor in ...
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Gene Hackman, Hollywood’s Consummate Everyman, Dies at 95

The winner of two Oscars, he was hailed for his nuanced performances in films like “The French Connection,” “Unforgiven” and “The Royal Tenenbaums.”
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Gene Hackman’s Smile Could Give You Shivers

In “Bonnie and Clyde” and “Unforgiven,” the actor used his charm to great disarming effect, flashing a smile before abruptly shifting to a sneer.
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“The Royal Tenenbaums” Introduced Gene Hackman to a New Generation

His performance in Wes Anderson’s “The Royal Tenenbaums” introduced Hackman to a new generation, and his presence helped define the film.
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Gene Hackman’s Gritty, Grouchy, Old-School Style

Between the idols of Hollywood’s golden age and the media-savvy stars of today, he had an appeal all his own.
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Ben Stiller on Gene Hackman’s Simple Truth

What he told me on the set of “The Royal Tenenbaums” has stayed with me ever since.
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Investigators speak out on deaths of Gene Hackman and wife

Investigators provide new clues in the deaths of Gene Hackman, wife Betsy Arakawa and their German Shepherd dog. Santa Fe authorities have called the deaths “suspicious” as they found no signs of a ...
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Our 7 favorite Gene Hackman films

An unpredictable, volatile presence onscreen, the actor leaves behind major performances in five different decades. We celebrate Hackman's legacy with our picks.
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Gene Hackman loved acting but 'hated everything that went with it'

Those who knew him discuss his brilliance, as well as his disdain for the trappings of Hollywood.
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Morgan Freeman Honors Gene Hackman at Oscars

Freeman and Hackman, who was found dead last week at the age of 95, appeared together in the 1992 western “Unforgiven.”
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Investigation launched after Gene Hackman and his wife found dead

An investigation is underway into the circumstances surrounding the deaths of legendary actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday.
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Emotional 911 call follows discovery of mummified bodies of Gene Hackman and wife

The bodies of actor Gene Hackman, his wife and their dog were discovered in Santa Fe, N.M., on Wednesday afternoon during a welfare check, officials said.
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Gene Hackman, wife and dog found dead in their Santa Fe home

Two-time Oscar winner Gene Hackman, his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and their dog were found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home on Wednesday. Authorities say there is no immediate indication of foul ...
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Eye Opener: Gene Hackman and his wife found dead in their home

Actor Gene Hackman was found dead in his home in New Mexico, along with his wife. Also, Elon Musk defends his DOGE cuts, taking center stage at President Trump's first Cabinet meeting. All that and ...
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Gene Hackman, wife found dead in New Mexico home, officials say

Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, 64, were found dead in a Santa Fe, New Mexico, home, the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office says. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
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Obituary: Gene Hackman, Oscar-winning star of 'Superman' and 'Unforgiven,' dies at 95

Gene Hackman has died at 95 after he and his wife were found dead in their home Wednesday afternoon.
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Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow and Others Mourn Gene Hackman

A two-time Academy Award winner and a dogged Everyman in many of his roles, Hackman was remembered by collaborators and co-stars after his death.
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'No immediate sign of foul play' in deaths of Gene Hackman and wife, officials say

Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza said there was “no immediate sign of foul play” in the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa. Officials said the couple had been dead for ...
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Gene Hackman and wife’s deaths ‘suspicious enough’ for investigation, warrant says

Warrant raises questions about scattered pills, after Betsy Arakawa’s body had ‘mummification in hands’. An active investigation is under way into the deaths of the Oscar-winning actor Gene ...
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Deaths of Gene Hackman and wife deemed "suspicious enough" to investigate

Gene Hackman and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, were found dead Wednesday in their home outside Santa Fe, New Mexico.
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Gene Hackman's daughters and Clint Eastwood lead tributes to star

Morgan Freeman describes the actor as "incredibly gifted" while Clint Eastwood said he was "extremely saddened" by the news.
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In ‘Hoosiers,’ Gene Hackman Played the Kind of Leader We All Want to Be—and Work With, Not For

Gene Hackman’s Norman Dale in ‘Hoosiers’ is a great leader not because he had the title, but because his players wanted to play for him.
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Death of Gene Hackman and wife 'suspicious enough' for investigation, police say

Authorities say there was no sign the couple had sustained any injuries, but no cause of death has been given.
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Gene Hackman, wife and dog found dead in Santa Fe

Legendary actor Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa, and their dog were found dead at their Santa Fe home Wednesday. Authorities say they had been dead for “quite a while” before their bodies were ...
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Gene Hackman death found "suspicious enough" for an investigation, sheriff's office says

The Santa Fe sheriff's office said Thursday that Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife's deaths are "suspicious enough" for an investigation. CBS News reporter Karen Hua reports.
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Scattered Pills Found Near Body of Gene Hackman’s Wife as Inquiry Continues

The sheriff’s office in Santa Fe County, N.M., is investigating after the actor Gene Hackman, his wife and one of their dogs were found dead inside their home.
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