Hollywood is mourning the loss of Gene Hackman, a two-time Academy Award winner known for his powerful performances. Bill Murray shared a personal anecdote, reflecting admiration and respect for Hackman's dedication to his craft.

Bill Murray co-starred with Gene Hackman in the 2001 film "The Royal Tenenbaums" directed by Wes Anderson. (Feb. 27)

Gene Hackman, who has died at 95, was a stunner in great movies and the best thing in many bad ones — a rumpled, roiling, always complex and often combustible presence who helped define the New Hollywood of the late ’60s and ’70s before going on to a varied and generous career.