On February 27, news broke that Hollywood legend and Academy Award winner Gene Hackman and his wife died inside their New Mexico home. The cause of death remains a mystery, but the news sent shockwaves through Hollywood. At 95 years old, Gene certainly lived a long and whole life. But the news of his sudden death impacted those who loved him, including several Hollywood legends. Clint Eastwood shared a statement about Gene Hackman’s death with People. She said, “There was no finer actor than Gene. Intense and instinctive. Never a false note.” Clint added, “He was also a dear friend whom I will miss very much.”
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Other Stars Shared Kind Words About Gene Hackman
Morgan Freeman wrote on Instagram, “One of the personal highlights of my career was bringing the French Film Gardé a Vue (Under Suspicion) to life with the incredibly gifted Gene Hackman. And of course… Unforgiven. Rest in peace, my friend.”
Frances Fisher agreed, sharing on Instagram, “He was amazing! Watching his work and working with him was a master class. And when he was waiting for shots to be set up, he’d go to his notebook and sketch. He gave me a drawing of me as Strawberry Alice that I have framed above my desk.”
Josh Brolin also took to Instagram to share a tribute to Gene Hackman and his wife. “I am crushed by the sudden deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa (and their dog). Crushed. He was always one of my favorites. Not many who beat to their own drums like he did. Rest in Peace.”
A fan commented, “Raw and honest acting. Never an ounce of artifice. What epic performances, a gift for all of us.”
Gene Hackman was 95 years old at the time of his death.
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