Overview

• Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found deceased at their New Mexico home, with no foul play suspected as authorities investigate the cause of death.
• Hackman won two Academy Awards, including Best Actor for 'The French Connection' and Best Supporting Actor for 'Unforgiven,' and starred in over 80 films during his career.
• Known for his everyman appeal and intense performances, Hackman portrayed a range of characters, from conflicted authority figures to comedic roles like Lex Luthor in 'Superman.'
• His career spanned four decades, with highlights including 'Hoosiers,' 'The Royal Tenenbaums,' and 'The Conversation,' showcasing his remarkable range and depth as an actor.
• Hackman retired from acting in 2004, citing health concerns, and spent his later years writing novels and living a private life in Santa Fe, New Mexico.