Death
Gene Hackman: Life in Photos
February 28, 2025
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa Death Investigation: Initial Autopsy Findings Revealed
After an autopsy, no signs of external trauma were found on Gene Hackman or his wife Betsy Arakawa, who were discovered dead in their New Mexico home on Feb. 26, according to authorities.
February 28, 2025
Why Michelle Trachtenberg's Cause of Death May Never Be Known
Michelle Trachtenberg’s family declined an autopsy of the Gossip Girl alum’s body. She was pronounced dead Feb. 26 after being discovered unresponsive in her New York apartment.
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa Had Mummified Body Parts When Found Dead
Following news of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa's deaths, police shared insight into the circumstances of their passing, revealing that their bodies were partly "mummified" when found.
February 27, 2025
Inside Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa's Private Life in Santa Fe Before Their Deaths
Oscar winner Gene Hackman, his pianist wife Betsy Arakawa and one of their dogs were found dead in their Santa Fe home Feb. 26. Learn about the couple's private life in the years before their deaths.
February 27, 2025
Michelle Trachtenberg's Cause of Death Ruled as "Undetermined"
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman Dead at 95: Stars React
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa’s Deaths Deemed Suspicious by Police
Following Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa’s deaths, authorities sought a search warrant over “suspicious” circumstances found in the couple’s home.
February 27, 2025
Michelle Trachtenberg's Cause of Death Ruled as "Undetermined"
Michelle Trachtenberg—best known for her roles on Gossip Girl, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Harriet the Spy—was found dead in her New York City apartment on Feb. 26. She was 39.
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman's Daughter Elizabeth Jean Hackman Speaks Out After Death of Actor, Wife and Dog
After Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog were found dead in their home Feb. 26, his daughter Elizabeth Jean Hackman shared her thoughts on what may have happened.
February 27, 2025
Jennifer Love Hewitt Honors Heartbreakers Costar Gene Hackman After His Death
Following Gene Hackman’s death, Jennifer Love Hewitt who starred alongside him and Sigourney Weaver in 2001’s Heartbreakers, shared a tribute to the late actor with E! News.
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa Made Rare Outing Nearly One Year Before Deaths
Nearly a year before Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their Santa Fe home Feb. 26, the couple made their final public appearance on lunch date last March.
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman Death: Police Say 2 Dogs Survived After Actor, Wife and Dog Were Found in Home
After Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog were found dead Feb. 26, authorities are providing more insight into what they found in the couple’s home.
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman Case: Sheriff Says Actor and Wife Betsy Were Dead for At Least a Day
After Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their Santa Fe home Feb. 26, authorities shared the couple had already been dead for at least a day.
February 27, 2025
Gossip Girl's Taylor Momsen Says Her "Heart Is on the Floor" After Michelle Trachtenberg's Death
After Michelle Trachtenberg suddenly died Feb. 26, her Gossip Girl costar Taylor Momsen recalled their bond in a heartbreaking reflection.
February 27, 2025
Buffy the Vampire Slayer's Sarah Michelle Gellar Speaks Out on Michelle Trachtenberg's Death
Buffy the Vampire Slayer alum Sarah Michelle Gellar reflected on her sweet bond with costar Michelle Trachtenberg after her unexpected death at 39 on Feb. 26.
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman Dead at 95: Francis Ford Coppola and More Stars Pay Tribute
After Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog were found dead inside of their home on Feb. 26, Francis Ford Coppola and more are remembering the Academy Award winner.
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman Case: Investigation Launched After Actor Found Dead Alongside Wife and Dog
After Oscar winner Gene Hackman was found dead in his Santa Fe home alongside wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog, the Santa Fe County Sheriff's office has confirmed an investigation is underway.
February 27, 2025
Who Was Gene Hackman’s Wife Betsy Arakawa? Everything to Know About the Classical Pianist
As details continue to emerge about Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa’s deaths, here’s everything to know about the classical pianist who won the Academy Award winner’s heart.
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman, Wife Betsy Arakawa and Dog Found Dead in Santa Fe Home
February 27, 2025
Gene Hackman, Wife Betsy Arakawa and Dog Found Dead in Santa Fe Home
Gene Hackman, who won an Oscar for The French Connection and Unforgiven, was found dead in his Santa Fe home alongside wife, pianist Betsy Arakawa, and their dog, police confirmed.
February 27, 2025
Michelle Trachtenberg's Ex Shawn Ashmore Speaks Out on Her Death
Shawn Ashmore, who dated Michelle Trachtenberg from 2004 to 2006, paid tribute to the Buffy the Vampire Slayer star after she died Feb. 26 at the age of 39.
February 27, 2025
Blake Lively Remembers First Day She Met Gossip Girl Costar Michelle Trachtenberg
Blake Lively penned a lengthy tribute to her late Gossip Girl costar Michelle Trachtenberg, who was found dead in her New York City apartment on Feb. 26.
February 27, 2025
Michelle Trachtenberg Clapped Back at Fan Concern for Her Health One Year Before Death
Michelle Trachtenberg slammed a fan’s comments about her appearance and concern for her health one year before her death at age 39.
February 27, 2025