Gene Hackman’s daughters, Elizabeth and Leslie Hackman, were seen in public for the first time following the tragic deaths of their father and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. The sisters were spotted having a quiet meal at a California breakfast chain on Thursday. Despite the shock of their loss just a day prior, they appeared composed as they arrived in a gray SUV. Their calm demeanor sparked online discussions, with some questioning how they could seem so relaxed so soon after such a tragedy. One commenter noted, “When your dad was found the way he was, they look way too happy and relaxed.”
Leslie had previously shared that she and her sister hadn’t spoken to their father for months but that everything seemed normal before his death. Hackman, who retired from Hollywood years ago, had been living a private life in Santa Fe with Arakawa. Authorities discovered the couple’s bodies on February 26 after a 911 call from a caretaker. No immediate signs of foul play were found, though toxicology tests are underway.
Hackman, known for his iconic roles in films like The French Connection and Superman, led a reclusive life with Arakawa. Speculation about the cause of death is ongoing, but many are urging caution until the investigation concludes.
