Gene Hackman and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico alongside their pet dog. The legendary actor was 95 years old, and his wife was 61 years old.
Local media outlet the Santa Fe New Mexican reported that County Sheriff Adan Mendoza confirmed just after midnight Thursday the news of the couple’s death. In an interview Wednesday evening the sheriff said there are no immediate concerns about foul play, though he did not provide a cause of death.
A legendary actor, Hackman received two Academy Awards, two BAFTA Awards, four Golden Globes, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and the Silver Bear throughout his six-decade career. The couple had been married since 1991 and moved to New Mexico from Los Angeles in 2004, following Hackman’s retirement from acting.
Struggling with stress and burnout, Hackman decided to quit acting due to heart troubles. This is a breaking news story, more to follow soon… Check back shortly for further updates.
