Legendary actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their Santa Fe home on 26 February 2025. Authorities suggest Hackman may have passed away days before the discovery. Initial reports rule out carbon monoxide poisoning and external trauma, but the cause of death remains unknown. Investigators are examining medications found at the scene and awaiting toxicology results, which may take months. The couple’s secluded lifestyle has made establishing a timeline challenging.