The Oscar-winning actor, best known for ‘The French Connection’ and ‘The Conversation’, was found dead along with his wife Betsy Arakawa and a pet dog
Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 65, were found dead in their Santa Fe home. Hackman died of hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Arakawa died of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. Initial gas leak speculation was ruled out, and both tested negative for carbon monoxide. Hackman was known for roles in films like "The French Connection."