Gene Hackman's Friend Has 'No Idea' What Could've Caused His, Wife Betsy's Deaths: 'More Mysterious All the Time' (Exclusive)

Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa in 1994.Photo:Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Days after the legendary actor, 95, and his wife, 65, and their dogwere found dead in their New Mexico homeon Wednesday, Feb. 26, details about their death remain unclear — especially for those who were close to them. At a press conference on Friday, Feb. 28, the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Department said Hackman’s pacemaker was last operational on Feb.

Gene Hackman’s Wife Betsy Is the Reason the Actor Didn’t Die ‘Long Ago,’ Close Friend Says

Gene Hackmanwould have likely died “long ago” without the help and support of his loving wife,Betsy Arakawa, a close friend of the actor has said. While speaking to theNew York Times, Tom Allin, who had been friends with Hackman for around 20 years, insistedThe French Connectionstar “seemed happy” to have his wife “run things” and take care of him. “She was very protective of him,” Allin told the outlet, adding that Hackman had said he probably would have died “long ago” without the care of his beloved wife, who looked after him and made sure he had a healthy diet.

George Clooney and Brad Pitt Were 'Totally Fine' Making Fun of Their Age inWolfs, Says Director

George Clooney and Brad Pitt at aWolfsphotocall during the Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy, on Sept. 1, 2024.Photo:JB Lacroix/FilmMagic JB Lacroix/FilmMagic Brad PittandGeorge Clooneywere good sports about a little age-related humor inWolfs. “That was one where you put it in the script and you cross your fingers and you hope that they don’t get mad,” said Watts, 43. “But no, they liked it. It was just the right amount and it was things that I think they were totally fine having some fun with.

George Clooney Is Broadway Bound in N.Y.C., Plus Nelly, Ashanti, Lana Condor, Noah Centineo and More

Stars have been everywhere this week, fromAshantiandNellydazzling at the L.A. premiere ofNo AddresstoGeorge Clooneygearing up for his Broadway debut in New York City. Back in L.A.,Noah CentineoandLana Condorhave aTo All the Boys I’ve Loved Beforereunion and in London,King Charlesmakes a special visit.Here, are the best photos of celebs out and about this week. Come back tomorrow for more of the latest A-list outings! Stars have been everywhere this week, fromAshantiandNellydazzling at the L.

George Kittle Jokes Travis Kelce Should Yell at Andy Reid Again to Win Super Bowl: ‘Worked Last Year’ (Exclusive)

George Kittlehas an idea for howTravis KelceandAndy Reidcan make Super Bowl history this weekend.The 31-year-old San Francisco 49ers tight end spoke to PEOPLE at the SiriusXM set at Media Row in New Orleans on Thursday, Feb. 6, where he was happy to offer up some advice to the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, 35, and his coach, 66.When asked if there was anything Kittle could whisper in Kelce’s ear ahead of the big game, the 49ers star had a bit of fun with his response.