Gene Hackman, a legendary actor, last appeared in the 2004 film. Welcome to Mooseport, leaving fans curious about what he’s up to now. Gene Hackman, once one of Hollywood’s biggest actors, has appeared on screen in classics such as The French connection, Superman, Hoosiersand unforgivable. Despite his illustrious career, Hackman has avoided the spotlight for twenty consecutive years.
In 1967, Gene Hackman landed the role of Buck Barrow in Bonnie and Clyde. The performance secured him his first Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. He continued to impress with other notable roles in I never sang for my father (1970), The conversation (1974), Mississippi burning (1989), and more, garnering critical acclaim throughout his career.
Hackman with his wife Betsy Arakawa in 2003,Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images
However, Gene Hackman quietly retired from acting in 2004. “I haven’t given a press conference to announce my retirement, but yes, I’m not going to act anymore,” he told Reuters in 2008. “I’ve been told no.” “I can say that in later years, in case some really wonderful part comes out, but I don’t really want to do it anymore.”
What Gene Hackman is doing now
Despite leaving Hollywood behind, Gene Hackman is now considered a prominent author. Teaming with underwater archaeologist Daniel Lenihan, Hackman co-authored three historical fiction novels. The first, Stele of the Lost Star (1999), is an adventure set at sea in the 19th century. This followed by Justice for no one (2004), a story of Depression-era murders. Finally, Escape from Andersonville (2008), describes a prison escape in the American Civil War.
Hackman signs a copy of his book “Perdido Star” in 2000, Photo by Tim Boyle/Newsmakers
In 2011, he released his first solo work, Recovery at Morning Peak, a story of love and revenge set in the Old West. This was followed by his most recent novel, Look fora police thriller, in 2013.
Hackman, who resides in Santa Fe, New Mexico, also prioritized quality time with his wife, Betsy Arakawa. They married in 1991. He is also a devoted father to his three children, Leslie, Elizabeth and Christopher, from his first marriage to Faye Maltese.
In March 2023, Gene Hackman was seen running errands. Despite being over 90 years old, the iconic actor still drives and gets his own coffee and snacks from him.
New photos of Hollywood legend Gene Hackman have been released. He is currently 93 years old. These are the first photos of him in years. pic.twitter.com/5pn1wXN81w
– Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) March 8, 2023
The secret to Hackman’s longevity? Hackman is reportedly still an avid cyclist, a hobby that keeps him in shape.
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