Tragic end: Gene Hackman and partner death in the remote home

A look back on gene hackman

gene Hackman is estimated worldwide as one of the outstanding actors of his generation. He won two Oscars and became famous for his roles in films such as "French Connection", "The Conversation" and "Merciless". In the early 2000s he withdrew from Hollywood and has lived with his wife a quiet life in Santa Fe.

The discovery of the corpses was delayed by the couple's withdrawn way of life. The last known contact took place two weeks before finding when a maintenance worker had entered the property. A dead dog and two surviving dogs were also found in the house, which underlines the sadness of the situation.

With the death of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa, an era ends that is characterized by glamor and tragic circumstances. For many, the Hantavirus risk and the associated circumstances could be a warning example of the importance of hygiene and security in dealing with potentially dangerous pathogens. The circumstances of their illnesses and their effects on the ultimate causes of death leave a deep sadness in the film world and beyond.