Millionaires From The 1970s And '80s Who Managed To Hold On To Their Fortune

3. Gene Hackman - $80 Million

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With a nett worth of $80 million reflecting his continuing legacy, Gene Hackman's retirement from acting has not lessened his reputation as one of Hollywood's most renowned personalities. Over five decades of work, Hackman has shown flexibility that has won him critical praise and a devoted following. In addition to winning an Academy Award, his performance in the 1971 thriller The French Connection set a new benchmark for realistic, gritty American film. With outstanding performances in classics like Superman (1978), where he masterfully portrayed the wicked Lex Luthor, and Hoosiers (1986), which highlighted his ability to give sports drama complexity, Hackman's films read like a history of great American cinema. Beginning in 1956, his connection with fellow acting great Dustin Hoffman provides a unique window into the companionship of Hollywood's golden generation. Though retired, Hackman's impact on movies is still felt; many modern performers credit him as inspiration. His move to pen in retirement, authoring multiple books, shows his artistic flexibility and guarantees that his creative output will always enhance the life of his readers long after his last on-screen performance.