The world was shocked to discover the news that Gene Hackman (95), his wife Betsy Arakawa (63), and one of their three dogs were found dead at their home in Sante Fe, New Mexico on Feb. 26. There are more details coming out about the deaths,

Authorities say there was no sign the couple had sustained any injuries, but no cause of death has been given.

Morgan Freeman describes the actor as "incredibly gifted" while Clint Eastwood said he was "extremely saddened" by the news.

A two-time Academy Award winner and a dogged Everyman in many of his roles, Hackman was remembered by collaborators and co-stars after his death.

Gene Hackman was a veteran actor in his 50s when 'Hoosiers' was released in 1986. Former Hickory Huskers and 'Hoosiers' producer remember Hackman

Bobby Plump -– the real-life Jimmy Chitwood –- said Gene Hackman deserves as much credit as anyone for taking his small-town Hoosier state basketball story beyond Indiana to the rest the world. Hackman’s dazzling acting career stands out for sports fans for a single reason: His unforgettable role as Hickory Huskers coach Norman Dale in “Hoosiers,

Hackman was often described as “gritty,” “gruff,” and “tough” — he was a former Marine who also studied journalism for a stint — but he could also be joyful, mischievous, and funny as hell.

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.