How a hard-nosed NYPD sleuth became a killer, dealer and more in ‘The Godfather,’ ‘The French Connection’

Retired NYPD Detective Randy Jurgensen’s career as a city sleuth led him from real life to the silver screen, riding along in ...
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Gene Hackman’s friend and legendary NYPD mentor, 91 — the last living ‘French Connection’ detective

The death of Hollywood icon Gene Hackman saddened millions — and a legendary ex-NYPD detective who tutored him in his most famous screen role in “The French Connection” is feeling his loss more than ...
The Associated Press

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 ...
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Gene Hackman, two-time Oscar-winning actor, found dead alongside wife and dog

Gene Hackman, the Oscar-winning actor whose gruff but soulful turns in classics like “The French Connection,” “The Conversation” and “Unforgiven” made him one of the most respected performers in ...

The Cinematic Brilliance of 'French Connection II': A Minor Miracle

The challenge for "French Connection II" was not merely to replicate the original’s success but to carve out its own identity. Frankenheimer faced skepticism for taking the helm without Friedkin, yet ...
WRAL

Gene Hackman wanted to be remembered as a ‘decent actor.’ He far surpassed that with these roles

“As a decent actor,” he told GQ in 2011. “As someone who tried to portray what was given to them in an honest fashion.” His career is now being reflected upon as the 95-year-old actor, his wife Betsy ...

'Hoosiers' star Gene Hackman's cause of death released

Acclaimed actor Gene Hackman likely died Feb. 18 of natural causes at his Santa Fe, New Mexico home, authorities announced ...
Us Weekly

Gene Hackman’s Publicist Details How Fiercely Private He Was in His Final Years

Gene Hackman’s longtime publicist is giving an insight into how he lived out his final years. During a hearing in New Mexico on Monday, March 31, over the public release of investigative records into ...

The Surprising Humor of Gene Hackman: A Look at His Love for 'In Living Color'

Gene Hackman, widely recognized for his serious roles and no-nonsense demeanor, might not be the first name that comes to mind when discussing comedy. However, beneath his tough exterior lies a ...