))
Gene Hackman: If You Don't Know What Happened, You Can Know What Didn't
Manage episode 474514566 series 3645982
Content provided by Dr. Roland M. Kohr. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Dr. Roland M. Kohr or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
Dr. Roland Kohr, forensic pathologist and host of the popular podcast Kohroner Chronicles, recently delved into the perplexing circumstances surrounding the death of Hollywood legend Gene Hackman. The case, which captured national attention, unraveled as a tragic tale of isolation, illness, and the relentless march of time.
Hackman, a revered actor known for his roles in The French Connection and Unforgiven, was found deceased after reportedly being dead for an entire week. The circumstances surrounding his passing were immediately shrouded in mystery, sparking speculation and concern. Dr. Kohr, whose podcast explores the intersection of forensic science and true crime, provided a professional and scientific breakdown of the case.
According to Dr. Kohr, Hackman’s wife, significantly younger than the 94-year-old actor, had tragically passed away due to complications from hantavirus, a rare but potentially fatal infection linked to rodents. Living in the remote desert Southwest, the couple was isolated, with no regular visitors or check-ins. When Hackman’s wife succumbed to the virus, the Academy Award-winning actor, already suffering from advanced dementia, was left entirely alone, unable to seek help or even comprehend the situation.
14 episodes
Share
