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Legendary Hollywood actor Gene Hackman found dead alongside wife at Santa Fe home


Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa have been found dead at their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with police confirming their pet dog was also found deceased

The world of cinema is mourning the loss of two-time Oscar winner and author Gene Hackman, 95, who was found deceased alongside his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, 63. In a statement given to local press, Sheriff Mendoza clarified that there were no signs of foul play, though the cause of death and exact time of passing remain undisclosed, reports the Mirror. Gene, who was born in January 1930, enlisted in the Army after lying about his age when he was just 16, and served in the military for four and a half years before discovering in his late 20s what would be a stellar career in acting.

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