Notes written between Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were released as the records for the investigation into their deaths was unsealed.

Gene Hackman tested negative for COVID prior to his death, according to New Mexico investigators reports following a search of Betsy Hackman's computer.

The correspondence of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa was humorous, sad, moving and mundane, offering a glimpse into the couple's private life.