Hackman won two Oscars out of five nominations in his career. He snagged noms for his supporting roles in “Bonnie & Clyde” (1967) and “I Never Sang for My Father” (1971) and lead role in “Mississippi Burning” (1989). He retired from Hollywood in 2004 for health reasons.

Actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico home in late February. Now, a telling admission from Hackman before his death has surfaced, and it lines up perfectly with how investigators have pieced together the couple's final days.

The 95-year-old actor, who won two Academy Awards in his storied career, and his wife were found dead in late February.