A press conference will be held tonight to provide updates on the mysterious deaths of Hollywood icon Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa, and their dog, who were found dead on February 17, 2025.
Gene Hackman, 95, his wife Betsy Arakawa, 65, and their dog were found dead in their Santa Fe home on February 17, 2025. No initial signs of foul play were apparent, but the cause of death is unclear. A press conference will provide updates on the investigation. Hackman's pacemaker data indicates his heart stopped on February 17. The couple's bodies were discovered showing signs of decomposition. Gene was found in the mud room, while Betsy was in the bathroom with prescription pills nearby. Body camera footage is expected to be released, and toxicology tests are pending. Investigators are analyzing devices found at the scene. Hackman is survived by three children from his first marriage.