At the 97th Academy Awards, Morgan Freeman paid tribute to his late co-star Gene Hackman, describing him as a “giant” of Hollywood and a “dear friend.” Freeman praised Hackman’s generosity as a performer and his ability to elevate the work of those around him. He talked about how Hackman wanted to be remembered for his good work and expressed his belief that Hackman’s legacy would indeed be remembered for that and much more. Hackman, who won two Oscars, was known for his roles in films such as “The French Connection” and “Unforgiven.”
Hackman and Freeman appeared together in the films “Unforgiven” and “Under Suspicion,” with Hackman winning an Oscar for the former. The news of Hackman and his wife’s deaths in their Sante Fe, New Mexico home was described as “suspicious” by authorities, though no foul play was immediately apparent. Hackman’s family released a statement expressing their devastation at the loss of the beloved actor.
The Academy Awards also paid tribute to other Hollywood luminaries such as Teri Garr, Donald Sutherland, Shelley Duvall, David Lynch, and James Earl Jones in an In Memoriam segment. Hackman was the final individual featured in the tribute video, highlighting his lasting impact on the film industry and his numerous contributions to cinema.
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