'Living in a reel': How Alzheimer's left Gene Hackman alone in his final days

Actor Gene Hackman, suffering from advanced Alzheimer’s disease, was found alone in his Santa Fe home after his wife’s death from a rare virus. Medical experts suggest he may not have realized she was deceased, experiencing repeated confusion and grief. Authorities ruled out foul play, highlighting the tragic effects of Alzheimer’s on memory and mental functions, with Hackman likely unable to care for himself or seek help during his final days.

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