Gene Hackman Once Revealed Why He Didn’t Officially Announce His Retirement
The Hollywood legend and two-time Oscar winner was renowned for starring in films like “French Connection,” “Bonnie and Clyde” and “Hoosiers.” But he revealed in a candid interview with Empire in 2009 that his health was preventing him from continuing to work.
Gene Hackman revealed the ‘straw that broke the camel’s back’ that forced him to retire from acting
The 95-year-old actor had been off the big screen for over two decades after he retired from acting because his heart was not in a condition to continue the lifestyle. “The straw that broke the camel’s back was actually a stress test that I took in New York,” Hackman told Empire in a 2009 interview.
Why Gene Hackman Abruptly Retired From Hollywood in 2004
Gene Hackman abruptly retired from Hollywood and lived in seclusion in Sante Fe, New Mexico for two decades before his mysterious death alongside wife Betsy Arakawa in025
What to Know About the Bizarre Circumstances of Actor Gene Hackman and His Wife’s Deaths
The actor’s wife and one of their dogs were also found dead at their Santa Fe home, discovered after some time by a maintenance worker.
What we know so far about the deaths of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa
Authorities say there were no signs of foul play, but the circumstances are “suspicious enough” to warrant a full investigation into the cause of death.
Gene Hackman Was More Than an Everyman: an Appreciation
One of the greatest American actors of the 20th century was voted “least likely to succeed” by his first theater school, wasn’t a star until he was 40 and possessed a face he once described as “your everyday mineworker.
Gene Hackman was more than an actor: A look back at the 5 books he wrote
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman was known for his decades-long film career through "The French Connection," "Bonnie and Clyde," "Superman: The Movie" and more, but he had an impressive stint as an author,
Our favorite Gene Hackman performances
Gene Hackman, who has died at 95, was a stunner in great movies and the best thing in many bad ones — a rumpled, roiling, always complex and often combustible presence who helped define the New Hollywood of the late ’60s and ’70s before going on to a varied and generous career.
For Gene Hackman, a Jarring End to a Quiet, Art-Filled Life in Santa Fe
Mr. Hackman, who was found dead with his wife and one of their dogs, had written novels and painted since leaving Hollywood ...
Gene Hackman’s Final Years: Novels, Narration and Candid Health Concerns: “I Have the Normal Fear of Passing Away”
His prolific acting career came to a halt in 2004 after he starred opposite Ray Romano in 'Welcome to Mooseport.' ...
What to Know About the Lives of Hollywood Icon Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa
Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza told NBC's “Today” show that investigators were trying to sort out conflicting stories ...
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'I Wonder What Happened to Him': Will Smith Reveals How Gene Hackman's Approach in ‘Enemy of the State’ Shaped His Acting Career
Will Smith, 56, paid tribute to his “Enemy of the State” co-star Gene Hackman, 95, on social media following the film ...
Gene Hackman and wife Betsy had a ‘true love affair’ before shocking deaths, family friend says
Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa’s love story was one for the big screen. “They had a true love affair…Capital L love, ...
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Gene Hackman's last big movie was filmed in New Orleans with friend Dustin Hoffman
One of the final films starring Gene Hackman released prior to his retirement from acting, more than two decades before his ...
Gene Hackman, his wife, and their dog were found dead at their home. Here's what we know.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead at their home with their dog. Hackman was known for "Bonnie and Clyde," ...
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and wife found dead at home
Gene Hackman, the prolific Oscar-winning actor whose studied portraits ranged from reluctant heroes to conniving villains and ...
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Most people have a favorite Gene Hackman performance. I have two. The actor, a chameleonic everyman with a movie star’s ...