Actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their mansion. Betsy died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome caused by rodent feces, while Gene died of heart failure. Gene also had advanced Alzheimer's. The couple's dog Zinna was found dead as well. No foul play was suspected. Gene's family released a statement mourning their loss.
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Gene Hackman died of heart failure
Betsy Arakawa died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome caused by rodent feces