10 Defining Moments in the Life of Gene Hackman
Gene Hackman is an acclaimed American actor known for his versatile roles in films like 'The French Connection' and 'Unforgiven'. He retired from acting in 2004.
1947-00-00
1947-00-00
Joined the United States Marine Corps
Enlisted and served in the United States Marine Corps.
Military Service
1956-00-00
1956-00-00
Started Acting Career
Began pursuing acting after military service.
Career Start
1958-00-00
1958-00-00
Off-Broadway Debut
Made his Off-Broadway debut, marking an early stage in his acting career.
Theater
1963-00-00
1963-00-00
Broadway Debut
Debuted on Broadway in 'Children from Their Games'.
Theater
1967-00-00
1967-00-00
Breakthrough Role in 'Bonnie and Clyde'
Gained significant recognition for his role in the film 'Bonnie and Clyde'.
Film
1971-00-00
1971-00-00
Won Academy Award for 'The French Connection'
Received the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in 'The French Connection'.
Award
1978-00-00
1978-00-00
Starred in 'Superman'
Played the iconic villain Lex Luthor in the film 'Superman'.
Film
1992-00-00
1992-00-00
Won Second Academy Award for 'Unforgiven'
Won his second Academy Award, this time for Best Supporting Actor in 'Unforgiven'.
Award
2003-00-00
2003-00-00
Received Cecil B. DeMille Award
Honored with the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globe Awards.
Award
2004-00-00
2004-00-00
Retired from Acting
Officially announced his retirement from acting.
Retirement
Photos
Photos
My Portrait of Gene Hackman
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