Gene Hackman

Gene Hackman Admits to Slapping Homeless Man in Self-Defense

October 31, 2012 Star Justice

Oscar winner Gene Hackman got into an altercation with a homeless man in New Mexico on Tuesday and slapped him for calling his wife a derogatory name.

Gene Hackman Admits to Slapping Homeless Man in Self-Defense

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The man called the Santa Fe cops around 1:30 PM and reported being beat up by Hackman, reports E! News. Law enforcement was able to track down the “French Connection” star nearby. The 82-year-old explained to police that the man was acting aggressive and calling his wife an ugly name [TMZ says it was the C-word) and they both feared for their safety.

Gene Hackman Hit by Car in Florida

January 13, 2012 On the Mend

Actor Gene Hackman was hit by a car on Friday afternoon while riding his bike in the Florida Keys, according to TMZ. His rep says a "woman bumped him from behind, in her vehicle."