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Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa Found Dead at Home
Legendary Hollywood actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, 63, were found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico home. The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the tragic news on Thursday. Their pet dog was also discovered dead at the scene.
No Signs of Foul Play
Sheriff Adan Mendoza stated that no foul play is suspected, but the cause of death remains unknown. Authorities believe the couple passed away around midnight on February 27.
“I want to assure the community that there is no immediate danger,” said Mendoza in a statement.
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A Legendary Career in Hollywood
Gene Hackman, a two-time Academy Award winner, had an illustrious career spanning decades. He gained fame with his role in Bonnie and Clyde (1967) and later won his first Oscar for The French Connection (1971), where he played the tough detective Jimmy “Popeye” Doyle. He secured his second Academy Award for Unforgiven (1992), a Western directed by Clint Eastwood.
Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Hackman continued to shine in movies like Mississippi Burning, The Firm, and The Birdcage. He also became widely recognized for portraying the iconic villain Lex Luthor in the Superman films.
Life After Hollywood
Hackman retired from acting in 2004 after his last film, Welcome to Mooseport. He shifted his focus to writing novels, co-authoring several books. He lived a quiet life in Santa Fe, away from the public eye.
Remembering Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa
Hackman and Arakawa were married in 1991 and spent over three decades together. Arakawa, a retired classical pianist, was known for her passion for music. Hackman is survived by his three children from his first marriage with Faye Maltese.
The entertainment industry mourns the loss of one of Hollywood’s greatest talents. More details regarding their passing will be shared as authorities release further updates.
