Hollywood icon Gene Hackman and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, have been found dead at their Santa Fe home. The Santa Fe County Sheriff confirmed the tragic news but did not disclose the cause of death, stating that foul play is not suspected.
Hackman, 95, was a celebrated actor known for iconic roles in Superman, The French Connection, and Unforgiven. He retired from acting in 2004, citing a desire to step away from the spotlight, and moved to New Mexico for a quieter life.
Hackman and Arakawa, 63, married in 1991 after dating since the mid-1980s. The actor previously clarified that he did not leave his first wife, Faye Maltese, for Arakawa, stating, “We just drifted apart.”
Fans have flooded social media with tributes, honoring Hackman’s legendary career and Arakawa’s contributions to music. One user wrote, “RIP Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, marking the end of an era in cinema.”
As the investigation continues, the world mourns the loss of a Hollywood giant and his beloved wife.
