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Preliminary autopsy results didn’t determine how Oscar-winner Gene Hackman and his wife died at their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, but did rule out that they were killed by carbon monoxide poisoning, the sheriff leading the investigation said Friday. The condition of the bodies found Wednesday indicated the deaths occurred at least several days earlier and there was … Read more

Kevin Costner on “The Rich Eisen Show,” 2017. The Rich Eisen Show An untouchable legacy. An interview in which Kevin Costner recalled an emotional exchange with Gene Hackman that left him choked up resurfaced Thursday after news of the “French Connection” star’s mysterious death broke. Hackman, 95, his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, 65, and … Read more

Fox News personality Kat Timpf thanked fans for their support after she announced Tuesday that she’s been diagnosed with breast cancer — and assured her supporters that she’s getting the “best medical advice” possible. Timpf took to social media on Friday to address those who were shocked by her double-barreled bit of health news earlier … Read more

MediaPunch/Shutterstock Gene Hackman’s youngest daughter isn’t the only family member who hadn’t spoken to the actor or his wife, Betsy Arakawa, in the months leading up to their deaths. Arakawa “hadn’t called” her 91-year-old mother, Yoshie Feaster, who suffers from dementia, since October, according to the elder’s housekeeper, Keiko. Keiko spoke to Daily Mail on … Read more

A spokesperson said the policy change was “an acknowledgment that continuing to pay members could add to a perception of bias in voting.” (Chris Pizzello / Chris Pizzello/invision/ap) The Golden Globes has terminated its policy of paying $75,000 annual salaries to former members of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Helen Hoehne, the organization’s president made … Read more

Miranda Lambert sarcastically called out body-shamers after they criticized her choice of pants. On Friday, the country hitmaker, 41, shared a carousel of images from the month of February — including a few snaps on horseback and doing yoga with baby goats. Lambert dressed down for the outdoor activities, wearing bold blue leggings and a gray … Read more

Bird-watchers search for wildlife at Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area in Los Angeles. (Luis Sinco / Los Angeles Times) Surrounded by wild sagebrush and bright yellow mustard, Jayden Samuels excitedly points out a hawk swooping downward in the sky. He’s bird watching in Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area in Baldwin Hills, the downtown skyline in … Read more

Bill Murray in the movie “Riff Raff.” (Roadside Attractions) “Riff Raff” is a solid crime comedy with unusual wiring. There’s no heist, no bag of money or suitcase of drugs. Instead, the director, Dito Montiel, puts the focus on three clashing families finagling to ensure their loved ones survive a very violent New Year’s Eve. … Read more

The world is getting to know Lisa on a first-name basis. The 27-year-old K-pop star from the girl group Blackpink is making moves with her debut solo album “Alter Ego,” which was released on Friday, and she’ll perform her “Born Again” single with Doja Cat and Raye at the Academy Awards on Sunday. She’s also … Read more

Anjelica Huston and Gene Hackman in the movie “The Royal Tenenbaums.” (James Hamilton / Touchstone Pictures) Looks-wise, he had a humbleness that allowed him to play cops, working men and the president of the United States. The voice could grumble and soar, scraping the deepest recesses of evil and reaching the high-pitched cajoling of a … Read more