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Published on 2025-03-08 04:03:12 - CNN
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  • For years, actor Gene Hackman's doting wife Betsy Arakawa would do whatever she could to help keep him healthy, whether it meant wearing a mask everywhere she went or encouraging him to stay fit by riding his bike or doing yoga on Zoom.

Gene Hackman, a renowned actor known for his roles in films like "The French Connection" and "Unforgiven," has largely stepped away from the public eye since his retirement in 2004. His wife, Betsy Arakawa, played a significant role in protecting his health and privacy over the years. Tragically, Betsy passed away from hantavirus, a rare but serious disease transmitted by rodents. Following her death, Hackman, deeply affected, has become even more reclusive, with reports indicating he has been living a very private life, focusing on his health and well-being away from the Hollywood spotlight.

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