Legendary actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 63, were found dead in their Santa Fe home on Wednesday, along with their dog. Authorities have not confirmed a cause of death, though foul play is not suspected.Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza stated that investigators are conducting a preliminary death investigation and awaiting a search warrant. Hackman’s daughter, Elizabeth, told TMZ she believes toxic fumes, possibly carbon monoxide poisoning, may be to blame,
A gas company is assisting in the investigation.Hackman, a two-time Oscar winner, starred in Bonnie and Clyde, The French Connection, and Superman. He retired from acting in 2004, settling into a quiet life in New Mexico with Arakawa, a retired pianist. The couple had been married since 1991.Hackman is survived by three children from his first marriage. His passing marks the end of an era in Hollywood.