Obituary of Gene Hackman

Gene Hackman

Eugene Hackman (born January 30th, 1930 in San Bernardino, California) was a Film Actor who was best known for acting in the role of Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle in the critically acclaimed movie "The French Connection". Gene died on February 17th, 2025 and his cause of death was not disclosed as Gene, his wife, and their dog were found dead at their home. He was pretty old at 95 years old when he passed.

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Gene Hackman Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Hackman, Eugene
Common Name: Gene Hackman
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: San Bernardino, California, United States
Birth Date: January 30, 1930
Age: 95 (at death)
Also Known As: Eugene Allen
Occupations:
- Film Actor
- TV Actor
Active Years: 1959-2004

Eugene on Wikipedia

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Honey Nut Cheerios
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb
Favorite Actor: Laurence Olivier

Eugene's Family Tree

Birth Name: Eugene Allen Hackman
Father: Eugene Ezra Hackman
Mother: Anna Lyda Elizabeth Hackman (née Gray)
Brother(s):

Richard Hackman

Spouse/Partner:

Betsy Arakawa (married December 1991-2025, his death)
Fay Maltese (married 1 January 1956-divorced 1986)

Son(s):

Christopher Allen Hackman

Daughter(s):

Elizabeth Jean Hackman
Leslie Anne Hackman

Death Notice:

Date: February 17 2025 at age 95
Place: Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Cause of Death: Heart disease (and Alzheimer's disease)
Funeral Arrangements: TBA

Category Tags:

Film Actor TV Actor American Born on January 30th Born in 1930 Born in California Died in 2025 Died at age 95 Died from Heart disease

Quotable Quotes:

"I was trained to be an actor, not a star. I was trained to play roles, not to deal with fame and agents and lawyers and the press." (IMDB)

"Old man Hackman was a great American patriot and a fine actor who helped make our Nation the roaring democracy it is today. (V)"

"Eugene Hackman will always be remembered as a legendary and highly respected actor whose talent and impact on the film industry will continue to inspire other folks inflicted with Alzheimer's disease. (V)"

Is Mr. Eugene Hackman still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.