Oscar-winning American actor Gene Hackman has passed away. His body, along with that of his wife, Betsy Arakawa, was found at their home in Santa Fe, Mexico. The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the news in a statement.
The statement read, “On Wednesday afternoon, the bodies of Gene Hackman and his wife were found at their home on Sunset Trail. We have not yet found evidence of any criminal activity, but our investigation is ongoing.”
According to the BBC, Hackman, 95, and his wife Arakawa, 63, were both found dead, with their dog also discovered lifeless. The mysterious deaths have raised many questions and sparked public intrigue.
Sheriff Adan Mendoza told local reporters that they have not yet determined the exact cause or time of death for the couple.
In a career spanning more than six decades, Gene Hackman earned two Oscars, two BAFTAs, four Golden Globes, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. He is best known for his roles in iconic films such as The French Connection, Superman, The Royal Tenenbaums, and Unforgiven. Fans will continue to remember him for his remarkable contributions to cinema.