Gene Hackman's Cause of Death
Gene Hackman died in February 2025 at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The Santa Fe County Medical Examiner’s Office reported that he died of heart disease and complications from Alzheimer’s disease. He was 95 years old.
Betsy Arakawa's Cause of Death
Betsy Arakawa, Hackman’s wife, died earlier the same week. Authorities stated that she died of complications related to hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. The rare respiratory disease is typically spread through contact with infected rodents.
Key Details and Context
Investigators found the couple deceased in their home after a wellness check. Reports indicated that Hackman may have been living with Alzheimer’s for several years prior to his death. The deaths were not considered suspicious.
Sources and Further Reading
For official details, refer to the Santa Fe County Medical Examiner’s Office and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on hantavirus. CDC Hantavirus Information
