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, Oscar-winning star of 'Hoosiers' and 'Unforgiven,' dies at 95
Gene Hackman has died at 95 after he and his wife were found dead in their home Wednesday afternoon.ABC News - 3h -
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.NBC News - 3h -
Gene Hackman: One of Hollywood's greatest 'tough guys'
Although he did not become an actor until his 30s, Hackman became one of Hollywood's most bankable stars.BBC News - 3h -
Hollywood legend Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa found dead at their home
Local police said they didn't believe any foul play was involved in the death of the couple, found alongside their dog.BBC News - 38m -
Gene Hackman, 95, and wife found dead in their New Mexico home, sheriff says
Legendary actor Gene Hackman, 95, and wife Betsy Arakawa, 64, and their dog were found dead in their home outside Santa Fe, authorities say.CBS News - 1h -
'Hoosiers' star Hackman found dead at age 95
Gene Hackman, the prolific Oscar-winning actor whose films included what is considered one of the greatest sports movies of all time in "Hoosiers," has died at the age of 95.ESPN - 2h -
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 • ...The Guardian - 3h -
Gene Hackman: 5 Memorable Performances 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.The New York Times - 1h -
Watch: A look back at Gene Hackman's career
The much-celebrated actor's filmography includes Oscar-nominated dramas to comedic roles.BBC News - 49m
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