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How many Oscars did Gene Hackman win and how many times was he nominated for an Academy Award?

Hackman was a regular fixture at the Academy Awards, the latest edition of which will take place just days after his death.

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Update: Feb 27th, 2025 05:03 EST

Hollywood is in mourning following the death of Gene Hackman at the age of 95. The legendary actor was found dead at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, along with wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog.

Despite the unusual circumstances in which the couple and their pet were discovered, local police have revealed no foul play is suspected, although no cause of death has as yet been given.

Gene Hackman dead at the age of 95. To say he was one of the great actors is an understatement -powerful, explosive & captivating on screen. Great roles in movies like The Conversation, French Connection, Royal Tenenbaums, Superman, Poseidon Adventure & more.
Sad, sad, sad news. pic.twitter.com/w3Rk32M1VT
— Movies In Focus (@moviesinfocus) February 27, 2025

Hackman’s passing comes just days before the latest celebration of the Academy Awards, a ceremony he was a regular fixture at during his heyday.

Gene Hackman at the Oscars

Over a 25-year period, the California-born start received five Oscars nominations, winning on two occasions.

“Bonnie and Clyde”

In 1968, he was up for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in “Bonnie and Clyde,” in which he portrayed Buck Barrow, the older brother of Clyde Barrow, the leader of the Barrow Gang and the film’s male lead. Hackman lost out to George Kennedy (“Cool Hand Luke”).

“I Never Sang for My Father”

He was back in the same category three years later for playing college professor Gene Harrison in “I Never Sang for My Father,” but was pipped on that occasion by John Mills (“Ryan’s Daughter”).

“French Connection”

The following year, however, Hackman won his first Academy Award in the Best Actor category after starring as Detective Jimmy “Popeye” Doyle (based on real-life New York detective Eddie Egan) in “French Connection”.

“Mississippi Burning”

Hackman was also nominated for Best Actor in 1989 for his performance as FBI Agent Rupert Anderson in “Mississippi Burning”. The award, though, went to Dustin Hoffman (“Rain Man”).

“Unforgiven”

The actor then won his second and final Oscar in 1993, in the Best Supporting Actor category. That came for his portrayal of Sheriff “Little” Bill Daggett in “Unforgiven,” starring and directed by Clint Eastwood.

Hackman’s other career highlights include three Golden Globes, including two for Best Actor, and two BAFTAs.