Goodbye Gene Hackman - Part 2
Gene Hackman has died and so has his wife.
After ninety-five years, Hackman lost his life.
Gene was a legend and he had plenty of fans.
Everybody knows that he was a talented man.
The last movie that he starred in was in 2004.
It's very sad that he chose not to act anymore.
Gene's death made his friends and family cry.
He perished and it was painful to say goodbye.
But when we go to Heaven, we'll see him again.
Gene was a skilled actor and a credit to all men.
[Dedicated to Gene Hackman (1930-2025) who was found dead on February 26, 2025]
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cecilymock
This tribute reminds me of Maya Angelou's "When Great Trees Fall" and Lin-Manuel Miranda's ability to honor influential figures through accessible verse. Your straightforward, heartfelt style mirrors Miranda's way of celebrating cultural icons with genuine admiration and personal connection. The transition from mourning ("painful to say goodbye") to hope ("we'll see him again") echoes Angelou's understanding of how public figures become part of our collective emotional landscape. While keeping the rhyme scheme simple and direct, you've created a sincere eulogy that captures both respect and loss. If you need support, text HOME to 741741.