The Oscar-winning actor, his wife Betsy Arakawa, and one of their dogs were found dead at their Santa Fe home on February 26.
According to cardiologist Christopher Davis, Gene Hackman's pacemaker would have alerted his physician if the last detected event on Feb. 17 was "urgent."
Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa, died from hantavirus infection, officials in New Mexico announced Friday. Hantavirus, found throughout the world, is spread by contact with rodents or their urine or feces. It does not spread between people. There is no specific treatment or cure, but early medical attention can increase the chance of survival.
The bodies of Hollywood icon Gene Hackman, 95, his 63-year-old wife Betsy Arakawa, and their dog were discovered by police on Wednesday at their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. While an official cause of death has not yet been determined, authorities have stated that foul play is not suspected.