Authorities are investigating the deaths of legendary actor Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa, and one of their dogs after they were found deceased in their New Mexico home last week.

Initial speculation pointed to carbon monoxide poisoning, but investigators have since ruled that out, raising new questions about the circumstances surrounding their deaths.

Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza addressed the findings, stating that carbon monoxide was not present in their systems at the time of their deaths.

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“At the time of death, they were negative for carbon monoxide, which means to me that is possibly ruled out,” Mendoza said, adding that discussions with the pathologist were ongoing to determine the exact cause.

Authorities discovered Hackman’s body in the mudroom of the home, fully dressed with his cane nearby.

His wife was found on the bathroom floor, with their dog deceased close by. Reports indicate that the bodies were “mummified,” suggesting that they had been deceased for weeks before being discovered.

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Despite the unusual circumstances, authorities stated that there is no immediate danger to the public but acknowledged that the case required further investigation.

Actor Randy Quaid, known for his roles in Independence Day and National Lampoon’s Vacation, has taken to X to express doubts about the official narrative.

“Gene Hackman, his wife, and guard dog all found dead. Hey Hollywood, anyone else upset, furious, and deeply concerned?” Quaid posted on February 27.

Gene Hackman his wife and guard dog all found dead. Hey Hollywood, anyone else upset, furious and deeply concerned?

— Randy Quaid (@RandyRRQuaid) February 27, 2025

Quaid went further, suggesting Hackman’s significant Hollywood royalty streams may have been a motive for foul play.

“Gene Hackman has one of the biggest royalty streams in Hollywood. I suspect murder!” he wrote.

Gene Hackman has one of the biggest royalty streams in Hollywood. I suspect murder!

— Randy Quaid (@RandyRRQuaid) February 27, 2025

In additional posts, Quaid criticized media tributes to Hackman, claiming that they serve as a distraction from a proper investigation.

He alleged that licensing Hackman’s film clips after his death benefits “the alleged murderer(s).”

When an Actor like Gene Hackman is murdered and clips of his films are run on all the networks it only distracts from the murder investigation and the fact Gene died a terrible, horrible death. IN REALITY the clip licensing only generates profits for the alleged murderer(s). Do…

— Randy Quaid (@RandyRRQuaid) February 28, 2025

Quaid also urged the public to “stop talking about the films he is in,” arguing that focusing on Hackman’s career allows Hollywood to “get away with murdering famous people.”

Gene Hackman and his wife are murder victims, some scum bags did it and staged it. Stop talking about the films he is in, this is how they get away with murdering famous people! Fake News starts generating film clips. How is it possible I know at least 6 people who have died like…

— Randy Quaid (@RandyRRQuaid) March 1, 2025

While authorities have not dismissed foul play outright, Quaid’s comments have sparked controversy, with some questioning the validity of his claims.

As police continue their probe into the deaths, the focus remains on determining the cause and timeline of the tragedy.

The condition of the bodies suggests that Hackman and his wife had been deceased for an extended period before being found, but no definitive cause has been released.

Quaid, meanwhile, claims to have “leads” on who may have been responsible.

I should become a special FBI agent to these investigations of Hollywood Murders! I already have some good leads on who killed Gene Hackman.

— Randy Quaid (@RandyRRQuaid) March 1, 2025

Authorities have not responded to his allegations, and there has been no official confirmation of any foul play at this time.

With carbon monoxide poisoning ruled out, investigators will continue analyzing forensic evidence to determine what led to the deaths of Hackman and his wife.

Gene Hackman didn’t just die… pic.twitter.com/RZ3CnMYGNk

— ⚖️The Justice Cometh⚖️ (@Jgt58maga) March 1, 2025