Betsy Arakawa, Gene Hackman's wife, was a businesswoman, former pianist and decades-long companion

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Gene Hackman and pianist wife Betsy Arakawa found dead at home alongside one of their dogs
The Oscar-winning star of The French Connection, The Conversation, Superman and The Poseidon Adventure has died, along with his classical musician wife. • The star of every scene he was in – ...The Guardian - 13h -
Betsy Arakawa, a Classical Musician and the Wife of Gene Hackman, Dies at 65
As the spouse of a two-time Oscar winner, she avoided interviews and stayed off social media. But in private, she typed up Mr. Hackman’s novels and helped edit them.The New York Times - 3h -
Investigation launched after Gene Hackman and his wife found dead
An investigation is underway into the circumstances surrounding the deaths of legendary actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday.NBC News - 12h -
Death of Gene Hackman, wife, dog deemed 'suspicious'; pills found scattered
The bodies of actor Gene Hackman, his wife and their dog were discovered in Santa Fe, N.M., on Wednesday afternoon during a welfare check, officials said.Los Angeles Times - 10h -
Eye Opener: Gene Hackman and his wife found dead in their home
Actor Gene Hackman was found dead in his home in New Mexico, along with his wife. Also, Elon Musk defends his DOGE cuts, taking center stage at President Trump's first Cabinet meeting. All that and ...CBS News - 8h -
Gene Hackman, wife found dead in New Mexico home, officials say
Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, 64, were found dead in a Santa Fe, New Mexico, home, the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office says. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.CBS News - 8h -
Gene Hackman, wife and dog found dead in their Santa Fe home
Two-time Oscar winner Gene Hackman, his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and their dog were found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home on Wednesday. Authorities say there is no immediate indication of foul ...NBC News - 10h -
'No immediate sign of foul play' in deaths of Gene Hackman and wife, officials say
Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza said there was “no immediate sign of foul play” in the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa. Officials said the couple had been dead for ...NBC News - 3h -
Gene Hackman and wife’s deaths ‘suspicious enough’ for investigation, warrant says
Warrant raises questions about scattered pills, after Betsy Arakawa’s body had ‘mummification in hands’. An active investigation is under way into the deaths of the Oscar-winning actor Gene ...The Guardian - 5h
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'No immediate sign of foul play' in deaths of Gene Hackman and wife, officials say
Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza said there was “no immediate sign of foul play” in the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa. Officials said the couple had been dead for ...NBC News - 3h -
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Scattered Pills Found Near Body of Gene Hackman’s Wife as Inquiry Continues
The sheriff’s office in Santa Fe County, N.M., is investigating after the actor Gene Hackman, his wife and one of their dogs were found dead inside their home.The New York Times - 11m -
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Remembering Gene Hackman's most iconic roles
Iconic actor Gene Hackman has died at the age of 95. The two-time Oscar winner starred in dozens of movies, including "The French Connection" and "The Conversation." USA Today reporter Brian Truitt ...CBS News - 23m