Gene Hackman’s daughters, Elizabeth and Leslie, were seen dining together in California
after their father and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their Santa Fe home.
Photos of their composed demeanor sparked online debate, with some questioning their reaction,
Authorities discovered the couple on February 26 after a caretaker’s distressing 911 call.
Hackman, Arakawa, and one of their dogs were found deceased, with no immediate signs of
foul play. Investigators are considering carbon monoxide poisoning, as a space heater
was moved, and pills were found near Arakawa’s body. Toxicology tests are underway as the family awaits answers.
