Speaking to The New York Times in 2008, the actor who opted for a quiet life in New Mexico when he retired, also downplayed his stardom: “I don’t think I’ve ever been comfortable with the idea of being a star.
The actor shared his unconventional path to fame with The New York Times: “I started out as a Marine, then a salesman, then an actor.
At 95, Hackman and his wife were found deceased at their New Mexico home and the cause of death is under investigation, but police have said there are no signs of foul play.
Famous for his dry sense of humour, Hackman told Empire Magazine in 1998 with a chuckle: “I think I’m funnier than people give me credit for.
In a 2001 interview with The Guardian, Hackman humbly reflected on his career: “I’m not a trained actor.
