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Gene Hackman’s dog was misidentified as other mysteries persist around actor’s death
One discrepancy in the death of actor Gene Hackman, wife Betsy Arakawa and one of their three beloved dogs has been resolved after authorities mistakenly identified the deceased dog as a German shepherd.
Morgan Freeman tribute to Gene Hackman at Oscars honors Academy Award-winning actor after death
The Oscars are honoring Academy Award-winning actor Gene Hackman. The awards celebrated the life and career of the "French Connection" star at Sunday's ceremony, days after he was found dead alongside his wife,
Morgan Freeman honors ‘dear friend’ Gene Hackman at the Oscars
Freeman, whose friendship with Hackman spans decades, called the late actor a “giant” of the film industry in his homage.
Why Gene Hackman, but not Michelle Trachtenberg, made cut for Oscars In Memoriam
As in past years, the In Memoriam segment of Sunday’s Oscar telecast quickly became controversial because of the stars who were left out of the montage, notably ‘Gossip Girl’
Remembering two-time Oscar-winner Gene Hackman
"Sunday Morning" looks back on the brilliant career of Gene Hackman, and talks with Brad Dourif (Hackman's co-star in "Mississippi Burning") and Hollywood Reporter chief film critic David Rooney about a star who refused to be typecast.
Will Gene Hackman be included in the Oscars In Memoriam segment?
Gene Hackman died just days before the 97th Academy Awards, raising questions about whether he will be included in the In Memoriam segment.
Morgan Freeman honors Gene Hackman in Oscars tribute
Morgan Freeman honored his "Unforgiven" co-star while introducing the Oscars' In Memoriam segment after the actor and his wife were found dead.
Gene Hackman: Police give update on dogs after couple's mysterious death
Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead at their home in New Mexico on February 26 and a third dog was also found dead, though two more dogs were alive
What Happened to Gene Hackman’s Two Surviving Dogs After the Actor and His Wife Were Found Dead?
Authorities found three dogs, one deceased and two living, at Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's Santa Fe Summit home on Feb. 26
Late actor Gene Hackman honored at the Oscars
The Oscar-winner, his wife and their dog were found dead last week in their home, as an investigation is underway.
Gene Hackman, found dead at 95, was one of Hollywood’s most respected actors
Gene Hackman, the prolific Oscar-winning actor whose studied portraits ranged from reluctant heroes to conniving villains and made him one of the
Gene Hackman Honored by Morgan Freeman at Oscars 2025, 4 Days After Actor Is Found Dead: 'I Lost a Dear Friend'
Gene Hackman was honored at the Oscars 2025 by friend Morgan Freeman, four days after he and wife Betsy Arakawa were found ...
Morgan Freeman Gives Heartfelt Oscars Tribute to Gene Hackman: ‘I Lost a Dear Friend… A Man Whose Gifts Elevated Everyone’s Work’
Gene Hackman was honored at the Academy Awards by his 'Unforgiven' co-star Morgan Freeman: "Our community lost a giant. And I ...
Freeman praises Gene Hackman, Goldberg and Winfrey give love to Quincy Jones in Oscars tributes
The Oscars included a somber elegy for Gene Hackman and a joyful tribute to Quincy Jones. Morgan Freeman paid tribute to his ...
Michelle Trachtenberg Left Out of Oscars 2025 In Memoriam Segment as Gene Hackman and More Are Honored
Michelle Trachtenberg, who died on Feb. 26, was noticeably absent from the In Memoriam segment at the Oscars 2025, as well as ...
Morgan Freeman leads Oscars tribute to 'dear friend' Gene Hackman
"This week, our community lost a giant and I lost a dear friend," said Freeman, who worked with Hackman in two films, ...
‘Just a regular guy’: Gene Hackman enjoyed a quiet, simple life in Santa Fe, until tragedy struck last week
Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were described as private but neighborly by those who got to know them over many years.
Oscars Team Reveals All: Karla and Drake Jokes, Adrien Brody’s Cutoff, Last-Minute Gene Hackman Scramble and If Conan Will Return
Karla and Drake jokes, Adrien Brody's cutoff, last-minute Gene Hackman scramble, If Conan will return and more.
Oscars TV Review: Conan O’Brien Nails It In Hosting Debut On A Night Of Celebration For Cinema, LA & Gene Hackman
Tonight's Oscars saw big wins for Anora, The Brutalist & Emilia Pérez, but as our review says the Conan O'Brien hosted show ...