Hollywood Mourns Gene Hackman’s Tragic Passing
Legendary actor Gene Hackman, 95, was found dead in his Santa Fe home, alongside his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and their dog. Their daughter, Elizabeth, suspects “carbon monoxide poisoning could be to blame.”
Authorities responded to a welfare check, ensuring “there were no lingering toxic fumes.” Hackman retired in 2004, living a quiet life of painting. His favorite film was The French Connection.
In 2009, he revealed, “A stress test… alarmed my doctors.” The investigation is ongoing, but no foul play is suspected. Fans mourn the loss of a Hollywood icon.