The Academy has strict rules about how to protect the golden Oscar statuette after a winner's death. Here's what to know.

Hackman was a regular fixture at the Academy Awards, the latest edition of which will take place just days after his death.

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

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 ...

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

An actor who imbued charm or intensity to any role he played, Gene Hackman swallowed the scenery. Here are some of the ...

Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead on February 26, 2025, at the respective ages of 96 and 63 ...

Gene Hackman, the two-time Oscar-winning actor, has been found dead in his New Mexico home. Authorities have opened an ...

The death of Academy Award-winning actor Gene Hackman, at the age of 95, was announced on February 27, 2025. In this "Sunday ...

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

Hollywood is mourning the loss of actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, after the couple was found dead in their ...