Gene Hackman spent his later years in seclusion, living quietly with his wife, Betsy Arakawa, in Santa Fe. Their home, which Hackman personally redesigned, became their peaceful retreat but is now the focus of an investigation after their deaths in February 2025. Authorities discovered Hackman, 95, and Arakawa, 63, alongside one of their dogs, with no signs of foul play. Investigations continue, with autopsy and toxicology results pending.
Hackman retired from acting in 2004, dedicating himself to writing and home renovations. He and Arakawa, who married in 1991, led a private life. Hackman’s career spanned decades, earning him two Academy Awards and several Golden Globes, leaving behind a lasting legacy in film and literature.
