New information has changed what people first thought about the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. At first, police thought Arakawa died on February 11, 2025. But new phone records show she was still alive on February 12. This raises questions about what really happened.
What the New Evidence Shows
Investigators found that Arakawa made phone calls to a private medical clinic on the morning of February 12. Later that day, the clinic tried to call her back, but she did not answer. This shows she was alive later than first believed.
Hackman, who had Alzheimer’s disease, is thought to have died about a week after his wife. Their bodies were found together in their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on February 26. This led to more investigation.
Legal Problems with Hackman’s Money
Gene Hackman’s fortune was about $80 million. He left everything to his wife. But because she died before him, the money now goes to his children from his first marriage. This is because there were no updated legal papers.
Lawyers say this is why it is very important to update wills and estate plans. If people do not do this, the law decides who gets the money, and it may not be what the person wanted.
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Mystery Around Their Deaths
Hackman’s family has stopped the release of autopsy reports. Experts say this is not normal.
There is also mystery around Arakawa’s death. Some reports say she may have died from a rare virus carried by rodents. This makes things even more confusing.
Another strange thing is that, even after almost a month, no one has claimed their bodies.
Conclusion
There are still many questions about how Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa died. The case also shows why it is important to keep legal documents updated. Investigators and lawyers are still trying to understand what really happened.