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Gene Hackman Wiki, Age, Bio, Height, Wife, Career, and Net Worth 

Gene Hackman

Gene Hackman worked in the industry for 40 years before retiring in 2004, after which he became a novelist.

Wiki, Bio, Family, Siblings, Childhood & Education

Eugene Allen Gene Hackman was born in California on the 30th of January 1930. He had a difficult childhood because his parents divorced when he was a child, and his father abandoned the family. He left home at the age of 16 to join the United States Marine Corps. He served in the corps until 1951. After that, he went into the acting business and worked for 40 years. In 2004, he announced his retirement. He is now working as a novelist after retiring.

Gene Hackman’s Age, Height, Weight, and Body Dimensions

Gene Hackman, who was born on January 30, 1930, is 92 years old as of today, July 9, 2022. His height is 1.87 meters and his weight is 80 kilograms.

Gene Hackman
Gene Hackman posing for a photograph(source Instagram)

Gene Hackman’s Profession & Career

Gene Hackman began his career in the United States Marine Corps at the age of 16. He lied about his age and remained in the army until 1951. He started studying TV production and journalism in 1951. He started his acting career in 1958 but was not widely recognized until 1965 when he landed his big break in the drama Lilith.

He started working in the industry successfully in 1967. Since then, he has worked hard in the industry, and in 2004, he announced his retirement from it. He began working as a novelist after retiring. So far, he has co-written three books. Gene also narrated a documentary titled The Unknown Flag Raiser in 2016.

Achievements and Awards

Gene Hackman has done outstanding work in the entertainment industry and has received numerous accolades. In 1971, he received his first award for Best Actor. He has received two BAFTAs, four Golden Globes, one SAG Award, and two Academy Awards. He has been nominated for 23 awards in total. Even after retiring from the entertainment industry, he is still well-liked for his significant contributions to the industry.

Gene Hackman’s Wife, Marriage & Relationship

Gene married Faye Maltese in 1956, and they had two children. The couple lived happily for a few years before divorcing in 1986. She married Betsy Arakawa again in 1991, and the couple has been happily married ever since.

Gene Hackman’s Salary and Net Worth

Gene Hackman has amassed a net worth of $85 million as of July 2022. His acting career contributes the majority of his net worth. He began writing novels after leaving the theater. He is currently living happily with his family in his New Mexico home. This home is valued at approximately $4.6 million. Gene also has an impressive car collection. He owns high-end vehicles such as Porsche, Audi, and Range Rover. He recently purchased a Jaguar, which costs around $341,000.

Quick Facts

Celebrated NameGene Hackman
Real NameEugene Allen Hackman
GenderMale
Age92 years old
Birth Date30 January 1930
Birth PlaceSan Bernardino, California, United States
NationalityAmerican
Height1.87 m
Weight80 kg
Sexual OrientationStraight
Marital StatusMarried
WifeBetsy Arakawa (m. 1991), Fay Maltese (m. 1956–1986)
ChildrenYes (Christopher Allen Hackman, Leslie Anne Hackman, Elizabeth Jean Hackman)
DatingN/A
ProfessionRetired American actor and novelist
Net Worth $85 million
BrandsN/A
HobbiesN/A