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Gene Hackman opened up about Vietnam War films, career in '85 interview

Gene Hackman was found dead with his wife, Betsy Arakawa, in their New Mexico home on February 26, 2025.
In a 1984 interview, Hackman shared about his early struggles and being labeled 'least likely to succeed' alongside Dustin Hoffman.
During a 1985 interview, Hackman humorously compared himself to action stars, stating, 'Sylvester Stallone can do a lot that us mortals can’t do.'
He discussed frustrations about the Vietnam War during his interview, stating, 'I don’t think anyone knew how much frustration there still is about the Vietnam War.

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