Gene Hackman’s sudden death, alongside his wife Betsy Arakawa, has left his family searching for answers.
Authorities are investigating the “suspicious” circumstances after their bodies were discovered in their Santa Fe home on February 26. The front door was found open, prompting concerns and a full investigation. While there are theories, such as carbon monoxide poisoning, no definitive cause has been confirmed. Family members are awaiting toxicology results and are urging patience. Experts suggest Hackman may have suffered a fatal cardiac arrest, with Betsy possibly falling while trying to assist him. As investigations continue, fans and family remember Hackman’s legacy in Hollywood.