'They seemed like real life partners, really, really close to each other, and they were both incredibly kind,' family friend says
The death of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, is under investigation due to suspicious circumstances, including an unsecured front door and signs of decomposition on their bodies. While no foul play is suspected, authorities are exploring all possibilities and awaiting toxicology reports. Family members noted Hackman's declining health in recent months, while Arakawa was reportedly in good health. Hackman's German shepherd was found deceased near Arakawa's body.