"Finest ever" - Internet pours in condolences as veteran Gene Hackman passes away

Popular Irish comedian, Dara Ó Briain, offers his condolences to Gene Hackman on X (formerly Twitter) saying "Finest ever". The 53-year-old comedian's post also has a few other words, praising the late actor. We have shared his entire post below.

It is nothing but a great loss to American cinema. The legendary American actor, Gene Hackman, passes away at the age of 95. The netizens are overwhelmed and too emotional regarding this heartbreaking news. The veteran actor was in the movie business for over 60 years and has been in some of the best American films of all time.

According to CNN, Hackman was found dead in his New Mexico home along with his wife Betsy Arakawa, who was 63, and their pet dog. Since the terrible news broke out on the internet, his fans and film enthusiasts have been pouring in their condolences on different social media platforms.

People are offering their condolences and paying their last respects to the late actor on X. According to reports, the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office in their statement, said there was no evidence of any kind of foul play. However, the case is under investigation as the cause of death is still unclear.

Gene Hackman retired from the movie business in 2004. As per TODAY, the late veteran actor, in an interview with Empire, confessed that one of the primary reasons behind his retirement from acting was his health.

Fans offer their condolences and pay respect to the late Gene Hackman on X

If you've watched his films, you would agree that he was one of those versatile actors who could do justice to any kind of role. He's played various characters in his movies across different genres. Some of his greatest films include Mississippi Burning (1988), Young Frankenstein (1974), The Conversation (1974), Bonnie and Clyde (1967), and many more.

Hackman's last movie was Welcome to Mooseport. The romantic comedy film was released in 2004 with Ray Romano as one of the leads. Hackman was the recipient of not one but two Oscars. Not to mention, he has won two British Academy Film Awards and several other prestigious awards throughout his career.

Now, let's check out some of the fan reactions on X regarding the legendary actor's demise:

"RIP Legend. Gene Hackman was an integral part of American cinema. Ubiquitous in the genre." wrote a fan on X.

"Goodnight Popeye Doyle, that car chase scene in the French Connection will always be legendary. RIP legend Gene Hackman. What an amazing cinematic career." said by a social media user.

" I loved him in ' Mississippi Burning', in my view his best performance." commented by a fan on X.

These are some of the fan reactions about the late Gene Hackman on X.