Legendary actor Gene Hackman, who was 95, has died.
The Hollywood star was discovered at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, along with his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, 63, on Wednesday. The couple’s dog was also found dead. After responding to a welfare check request, law enforcement entered the home around 1:45 pm. Local officials say there are no signs of foul play, per Associated Press, but the cause of death was not immediately revealed, and authorities said the investigation is ongoing.
According to TMZ, Hackman’s daughter speculates that carbon monoxide poisoning could be the cause.
Hackman played many different types of roles throughout his decades-long career, including being cast as villains, heroes, and antiheroes in many dramas, comedies, and action films.
He was a five-time Oscar nominee, winning twice: once for “The French Connection” (1972) and again for…
