Actor Gene Hackman passed away from heart disease a week after his wife's death from hantavirus, both classified as natural causes. He was suffering from advanced Alzheimer's and was likely unaware of his wife's passing. The report from authorities detailed their health struggles, revealing Hackman's significant heart issues and how Arakawa's death was linked to a rare hantavirus infection, the first confirmed case in New Mexico this year. Their deaths were investigated thoroughly, but foul play was ruled out by officials.
"Mr. Hackman showed evidence of advanced Alzheimer's disease. He was in a very poor state of health. He had significant heart disease, and I think ultimately that's what resulted in his death."
"It's quite possible he was not aware she was deceased. Their bodies were found a little over a week later. Hackman was found in the home's entryway."
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