On February 26, 2025, a maintenance worker arrived at Gene Hackman’s Santa Fe home, only to find the front door open and a woman lying motionless inside. Authorities discovered Hackman, 95, and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 63, both deceased, along with their dog. Despite no signs of foul play, investigators are awaiting autopsy results to determine the cause of death. Initial concerns about carbon monoxide or a gas leak were ruled out.
Hackman, who retired from Hollywood in 2004 due to health concerns, had spent his later years in Santa Fe with Arakawa. The couple led a quiet life, with Hackman focused on painting, writing, and fishing. Fans mourned his passing, with his children remembering him as a loving father and grandfather. The mystery of their deaths remains unsolved as authorities continue their investigation.
