Gene Hackman, celebrated actor known for his intense performances, passed away at the age of 95 alongside his wife and dog. Following the news, numerous celebrities paid tribute to him. Clint Eastwood hailed him as an unparalleled actor and dear friend. Nathan Lane expressed his admiration for Hackman's authenticity in acting, stating his profound respect and fond memories while co-starring with him. Gwyneth Paltrow and Tom Hanks shared emotional posts on social media, while Francis Ford Coppola noted the bittersweet nature of mourning a great artist like Hackman.
"There was no finer actor than Gene. Intense and instinctive. Never a false note. He was also a dear friend whom I will miss very much."
"Getting to watch him up close it was easy to see why he was one of our greatest. You could never catch him acting. Simple and true."
"He was as brilliant in comedy as he was in drama and thankfully his film legacy will live on forever."
"The loss of a great artist always causes both mourning and celebration: Gene Hackman a great actor, inspiring and magnificent in his work."
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