His performance in Wes Anderson’s “The Royal Tenenbaums” introduced Hackman to a new generation, and his presence helped define the film.

Gene Hackman's most memorable roles span genres and decades, including titles like "The French Connection," "The Conversation" and "The Royal Tenenbaums."

Two-time Oscar winner Gene Hackman winner delivered some of Hollywood’s most memorable performances in “The French Connection,” “Hoosiers,” “Unforgiven,” and many other classic films. Hackman and his wife,

The everyman actor with movie star charisma shined brightest in “The Conversation" and “Hoosiers.” Most people have a favorite Gene Hackman performance. I have two. The actor, a chameleonic everyman with a movie star’s charisma,

One of the 20th century's greatest actors, Hackman's career spanned more than 40 years and a variety of roles.

Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Hollywood legend Gene Hackman starred in dozens of movies during his illustrious career — but only one can hold the title of scoring the biggest at the box office.