An examination of the dog found dead along with actor Gene Hackman and his wife in their Santa Fe home shows dehydration and starvation were likely what led to the animal's demise.

Gene Hackman, 95, died of cardiovascular and Alzheimer's disease likely around Feb. 18, about one week after his wife, officials said.

New details have been released regarding the death of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa Hackman’s dog, Zinna.

The estate of deceased actor Gene Hackman is seeking to block the public release of autopsy and investigative reports related to the deaths of Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa, especially photographs and video.

Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's dog Zinna's cause of death has been revealed. The Australian kelpie likely died due to dehydration and starvation, per a report from the Santa Fe County animal control agency obtained by The Associated Press on Friday,

Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa Hackman's death investigation remains open pending the results of toxicology tests and a review of digital data.

The bodies of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found at their Santa Fe home last month, with a friend now saying the couple were 'content'

A cause of death has been established for Hackman's dog that was found dead alongside the actor and his wife last month.