Latest News About Hollywood legend Hackman dead in New Mexico February 2025

Updated 2026-06-18 14:27

Gene Hackman died in February 2025 at his Santa Fe, New Mexico home; investigators found no evidence of carbon monoxide poisoning and noted he may have been dead for days before discovery, with authorities launching a full investigation into the deaths of Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa. His wife was reported to have used a medical concierge service the day after authorities noted her last activity, and media highlighted his retirement from acting in 2004 after a prolific career including The French Connection and more, Unforgiven and other roles, and Hoosiers.

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Gene Hackman was an American motion-picture actor known for his rugged appearance and his emotionally honest and natural performances. Among his best-known films are Bonnie and Clyde, The French Connection, The Conversation, Superman, Hoosiers, Mississippi Burning, and Unforgiven.

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The ruling allows the possible release of redacted police body camera video and other investigative materials, including images of the couple's dead dog. Actor Gene Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa, called a medical concierge service in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Feb. 11 -- one day after authorities previously reported her last known activity, and two weeks before she and Hackman were found dead, investigators confirmed Monday. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details. … Oscar-winning...

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