Gene Hackman dies – level 3

Gene Hackman dies

04-03-2025 15:00

Gene Hackman, a legendary actor who won two Oscars in his 60-year career, was found dead at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, along with his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and one of their dogs.

Authorities stated that there were no signs of foul play, but the cause of death remains unknown. A maintenance worker discovered the bodies on Wednesday afternoon, finding the front door open. While there was no evidence of forced entry or gas leaks, officials have applied for a search warrant to investigate further.

The sheriff mentioned that Hackman and Arakawa had likely been deceased for some time, though it is unclear for how long. The couple lived a quiet life away from Hollywood since Hackman retired in 2004. Tributes from fellow actors and directors have started to appear, honoring Hackman’s contribution to cinema. With the Oscars approaching, many expect a special tribute to be included in the ceremony’s In Memoriam section.

Difficult words: foul (wrong or evil), search warrant (a legal document that authorizes an official to enter and search a place), deceased (dead).

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