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Movie star Gene Hackman, his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and their dog were all found dead on February 26, per the New York Times.

A two-time Academy Award winner and a dogged Everyman in many of his roles, Hackman was remembered by collaborators and ...

Gene Hackman garnered many accolades in a career that spanned six decades. Among the honors are five Academy Awards nominations.

Gene Hackman had a monumental career in Hollywood that included emotional Oscar acceptance speeches. The legendary actor, who ...

Philip D’Antoni, producer of the “The French Connection,” holds the Oscar for best picture, from left, Gene Hackman holds his ...

Gruff in demeanor yet much beloved, Gene Hackman was one of the finest actors of his generation. The 95-year-old actor was ...

Mr. Hackman was found dead inside his home, along with his wife and a dog. The sheriff’s office in Santa Fe, N.M., is investigating.

Gene Hackman's most memorable roles span genres and decades, including titles like "The French Connection," "The Conversation" and "The Royal Tenenbaums." ...

In honor of the late, Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, 95, was found dead Wednesday in his New Mexico home alongside his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 63, and their dog. While foul play is not suspected, the ...

By The Associated Press Gruff in demeanor yet much beloved, Gene Hackman was one of the finest actors of his generation. The ...

The 'French Connection' actor, who was found dead at his home in New Mexico, was nominated for five Oscars in his ...