Academy Award-winning actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 65, were found deceased in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, residence on February 26, 2025. Authorities discovered their bodies along with one of their three dogs. Preliminary investigations revealed no signs of foul play or external trauma. Data from Hackman’s pacemaker indicates he likely passed away on February 17, suggesting the couple had been dead for several days before being found. The exact cause of their deaths remains under investigation, with carbon monoxide poisoning still a potential factor, although initial tests were negative. Autopsy and toxicology reports are pending to determine the definitive cause.
Actor Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa Found Dead in Santa Fe Home
