Following Gene Hackman's unexpected passing, Nathan Lane expressed his emotional tribute during an appearance on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.' Lane reminisced about their time together on 'The Birdcage,' highlighting how he consistently told Hackman he was his favorite actor. He praised Hackman's remarkable talent in effortlessly blending comedy and drama, recounting their interactions and iconic scenes. Lane even mentioned a humorous interplay between them, suggesting a light-hearted chemistry during their collaboration, showcasing a deeper camaraderie beyond their professional relationship.
"It was the thrill of a lifetime to get to work with him. He was such, one of the greats of the screen, and I was just very fortunate to share that time with him."
"He was like Spencer Tracy: you couldn't catch him acting, he could do comedy or drama beautifully, and he was such a smart actor."
"I think I told him every morning he was my favorite actor. I would say, 'Tell me about The Conversation. Tell me about Scarecrow - you and Pacino.'"
"There was kind of a slight flirtation going on between me and Hackman during the filming of 'The Birdcage.'"
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