The loss of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, has saddened fans everywhere. The couple was found dead in their Santa Fe home on February 26, 2025—a heartbreaking reminder of how easily people can become isolated as they age.
Arakawa died from hantavirus, a rare but serious illness. Hackman, who had heart disease and advanced Alzheimer’s, likely lived for days without realizing his wife had passed, unable to call for help. Since they lived privately, no one knew what had happened until it was too late.
Their story is a reminder that no one should be left alone in a crisis. That’s exactly why Solo Alert exists—to make sure people living alone have a simple way to check in daily. If something seems off, the app alerts a trusted contact or contacts, so help can arrive sooner rather than later.
If you or someone you love lives alone, don’t wait for an emergency. Solo Alert is here to help—because no one should be left waiting for help that never comes.
