Mr. Hackman, who was found dead with his wife and one of their dogs, had written novels and painted since leaving Hollywood behind for retirement in New Mexico.

A recent police report on the tragic deaths of Gene Hackman, Betsy Arakawa, and one of their three dogs reveals an eerie detail about a heater that may have moved in their New Mexico mansion

No cause of death has been determined so far for Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa, but New Mexico police say the situation “remains an open investigation.” With affidavits, search warrants and statements calling the death of the two-time Oscar winner,