Actor Gene Hackman and wife found dead at their home

Actor Gene Hackman and wife found dead at their home

Acting legend Gene Hackman and his wife, former classical pianist Betsy Arakawa were found dead Wednesday, Feb. 26, at home in New Mexico. 

Santa Fe County police discovered the body of the two-time Oscar winner, 95, and 63-year-old Arakawa — his wife of 34 years – and their dog. 

No foul play is suspected and no cause of death has been announced. 

Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza confirmed the news on Thursday, Feb. 27. 

Hackman was one of the most accomplished actors of all time, thanks to star turns in “The French Connection,” “Bonnie and Clyde” and “The Royal Tenenbaums.” 

The actor’s prolific resume includes two Oscars, three Golden Globes and the Cecil B. DeMille Award, bestowed in 2003.