A close friend of the couple has suggested that Betsy Arakawa’s fierce determination to protect her ailing husband may have inadvertently led to both their deaths17:24, 17 Mar 2025Updated 17:26, 17 Mar 2025Gene Hackman and wife found dead at home with their dogA fresh perspective has emerged on the tragic passing of Hollywood icon Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa.The couple was discovered deceased in their Santa Fe home on February 26, with the official causes of death attributed to Hackman’s advanced dementia and severe heart disease, and Arakawa, 65, falling victim to the rare Hantavirus.Article continues belowHowever, a close friend has come forward with an alternative theory surrounding their deaths.The discovery of Betsy and Gene’s bodies, partially mummified and surrounded by medication, initially sparked mystery and speculation. But the Sheriff’s office subsequently ruled out foul play and external trauma as contributing factors.The pair both passed away within a week(Image: More