Gene Hackman, the revered Oscar-winning actor, was found dead alongside his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog at their residence in Santa Fe, New Mexico. A statement from the Santa Fe County Sheriff confirmed the discovery, stating, "We can confirm that both Gene Hackman and his wife were found deceased Wednesday afternoon at their residence on Sunset Trail." While the investigation is ongoing, authorities do not suspect foul play.
Gene Hackman, who enjoyed a distinguished career spanning over 60 years, won two Academy Awards, two BAFTAs, four Golden Globes, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. He is widely celebrated for his roles in films such as "The French Connection," where he earned an Oscar for Best Actor, and "Unforgiven," which garnered him a second Oscar as Best Supporting Actor.
Mr. Mendoza, the Santa Fe County Sheriff, announced that Hackman was 95 and his wife Arakawa was 63 at the time of their deaths. No specific cause of death has been disclosed, and investigators await further confirmation to pursue their inquiries. Hackman had captivating roles in over 100 films, including his famed portrayal of Lex Luthor in the "Superman" franchise and a standout performance in Wes Anderson's "The Royal Tenenbaums."
Born in California in 1930, Hackman initially joined the military at a young age before eventually pursuing his acting dreams. He studied at the Pasadena Playhouse, where he formed a notable friendship with fellow actor Dustin Hoffman. Reflecting on his career, Hackman shared, "I was trained to be an actor, not a star," revealing his struggle with the pressures of fame. His legacy as one of Hollywood's enduring tough guys will certainly be remembered.
Gene Hackman, who enjoyed a distinguished career spanning over 60 years, won two Academy Awards, two BAFTAs, four Golden Globes, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. He is widely celebrated for his roles in films such as "The French Connection," where he earned an Oscar for Best Actor, and "Unforgiven," which garnered him a second Oscar as Best Supporting Actor.
Mr. Mendoza, the Santa Fe County Sheriff, announced that Hackman was 95 and his wife Arakawa was 63 at the time of their deaths. No specific cause of death has been disclosed, and investigators await further confirmation to pursue their inquiries. Hackman had captivating roles in over 100 films, including his famed portrayal of Lex Luthor in the "Superman" franchise and a standout performance in Wes Anderson's "The Royal Tenenbaums."
Born in California in 1930, Hackman initially joined the military at a young age before eventually pursuing his acting dreams. He studied at the Pasadena Playhouse, where he formed a notable friendship with fellow actor Dustin Hoffman. Reflecting on his career, Hackman shared, "I was trained to be an actor, not a star," revealing his struggle with the pressures of fame. His legacy as one of Hollywood's enduring tough guys will certainly be remembered.
