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Gene Hackman, Oscar Winner, Dies at 95
16 Mar
Summary
- Gene Hackman died at 95 in his Santa Fe home on Feb. 26.
- His wife, Betsy Arakawa, also passed away from hantavirus.
- Autopsy cited cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's as causes.
Two-time Academy Award winner Gene Hackman, celebrated for his iconic roles in films like 'The French Connection' and 'Unforgiven,' passed away at the age of 95. He was discovered in his Santa Fe, New Mexico residence on February 26, 2026, alongside his wife, Betsy Arakawa. The autopsy report later confirmed that Hackman died from hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, with Alzheimer's disease being a significant contributing factor.
Tragically, Betsy Arakawa, aged 65, also succumbed to the illness, passing away from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a severe lung infection. Hackman's career spanned decades, earning him widespread acclaim and affection from film lovers worldwide.
