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Morgan Freeman Honors Late Friend Gene Hackman at Oscars

3/3/2025

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During the 2025 Oscars, Morgan Freeman paid heartfelt tribute to his late friend Gene Hackman, calling him a "giant" of Hollywood. The two-time Academy Award winner, who passed away at 95 with his wife by his side, was celebrated for his generous spirit and remarkable legacy. Freeman concluded with a touching farewell: "Rest in peace, my friend."

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During the 2025 Oscars, Morgan Freeman paid heartfelt tribute to his late friend Gene Hackman, calling him a "giant" of Hollywood. The two-time Academy Award winner, who passed away at 95 with his wife by his side, was celebrated for his generous spirit and remarkable legacy. Freeman concluded with a touching farewell: "Rest in peace, my friend."