Hackman, who is now 94 years old, has been retired from acting for many years and rarely makes public appearances. This recent outing marked the first time he and his wife were seen together in public in more than two decades.
During their outing, Hackman was dressed in a checkered button-down shirt under a gray vest, paired with green-gray cargo pants. He completed his look with a cap and sunglasses. Despite his advanced age, Hackman was able to walk with the help of a cane in one hand and his wife’s support in the other.
The sighting of Hackman sparked a lot of reactions on social media. Many fans were shocked by his frail appearance and noted how different he looked compared to his younger years.
Comments included sentiments of sadness at seeing him aged and remarks about how unrecognizable he seemed. One person commented, “That doesn’t look like him one bit,” while another said, “It seems to be nothing like #genehackman.”
Some expressed their love for him, despite being surprised by his appearance, saying things like, “I love him… I never would’ve known him, though.” Another commenter mentioned, “It looks like the wind could take him away,” highlighting his weakened state.
Hackman’s appearance brought about a mix of emotions from his fans. Many were reminded of his legendary career and contributions to cinema, while also feeling the reality of his aging.