Gene Hackman’s longtime Santa Fe, New Mexico estate—a 53-acre luxury property with a three-bedroom main residence, guest house, putting green, lap pool and extensive woodlands—sold within days of listing for $6.25 million after Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa’s passing last year.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa’s Santa Fe estate—a 53-acre compound with a main house and guest house, lap pool, putting green and woodland—listed for $6.25 million and found a buyer in about 11 days, with the sale pending as of late January; the couple died at the home in 2025.
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa's 53-acre Santa Fe estate, completed in 1997 and offering views from the Jemez Mountains to Colorado, has been listed for about $6.3 million. The property includes a main residence, a guesthouse and studio totaling roughly 13,000 square feet with four bedrooms, seven full bathrooms, a fireside living room with glass walls, and multiple living spaces within the gated Santa Fe Summit community. Hackman and Arakawa lived there in the 1990s until their deaths in early 2025; brokers say the home's tragic history may deter some buyers but its features and setting remain the selling points.
Actor Gene Hackman, 94, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 62, were spotted in public for the first time in decades, enjoying a dinner date in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The reclusive Hollywood legend, known for roles in films like "The French Connection" and "The Royal Tenenbaums," has been living a quiet life on a ranch in Santa Fe since the 1980s. Despite their marriage in 1991, the couple is rarely seen together in public, with Hackman's last movie role dating back to 2004.
Actor Gene Hackman, 94, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 62, were spotted in public for the first time in decades, enjoying a dinner date in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The reclusive Hollywood legend, known for roles in films like "The French Connection" and "The Royal Tenenbaums," has been living a quiet life on a ranch in Santa Fe since his retirement in 2004. Hackman, who has won two Oscars, rarely makes public appearances and was last seen with his wife at the 2003 Golden Globe Awards.
The armorer in the "Rust" trial, Hannah Gutierrez Reed, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter, prompting speculation about the implications for Alec Baldwin, who faces his own trial in July. The district attorney, Mary Carmack-Altwies, emphasized that no one is above the law, hinting at a focus on Baldwin. While some see the verdict as a potential warning for Baldwin, others argue that it places sole responsibility on the armorer. The trial revealed evidence suggesting Baldwin's involvement in safety issues on set, and the special prosecutors are expected to continue pursuing justice in the case.
Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial for the accidental shooting on the set of "Rust" is set to begin on July 9 in Santa Fe, with jury selection starting that day and testimony on July 10. Baldwin's attorneys had requested an earlier trial date, citing his eagerness to have the case heard promptly. Baldwin, who denies pulling the trigger, faces up to 18 months in prison if convicted. His defense lawyer plans to seek dismissal of the producer liability portion of the case. The film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez Reed, is also on trial on charges related to the incident.
A concert at Meow Wolf featuring musician Matisyahu was canceled due to employee safety concerns over planned protests, with Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber expressing no tolerance for racism and discrimination. Pro-Palestinian activist groups claimed credit for pressuring the cancellation, while the Jewish Community Relations Coalition of New Mexico expressed concern over silencing artists based on race, religion, or national origin. More than 150 staff members expressed safety concerns, leading to the event's cancellation, and Matisyahu released a statement expressing disappointment and offering to supplement staff shortages at his upcoming performance in Tucson.
Jewish musician Matisyahu expressed frustration after his sold-out shows in Santa Fe and Tucson were canceled last minute due to safety concerns related to potential protests by pro-Palestine groups. Matisyahu disputed the reasons given for the cancellations, claiming that it was due to a group of staff who were unwilling to work his show. He criticized the hypocrisy of Americans living on colonized land taken through genocide while also expressing empathy for both Israelis and Palestinians. Matisyahu apologized to his fans and promised to return, advocating for unity and peace.
Alec Baldwin has been charged with involuntary manslaughter for the 2021 shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie "Rust" in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The new charges come after earlier charges against Baldwin were dropped in April, and are based on additional testimony given to the grand jury from seven witnesses. Prosecutors received new analysis of the weapon from experts in ballistics and forensic testing, leading to the filing of the new charges. Both Baldwin and the armorer on set, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, were previously charged with manslaughter, and Gutierrez-Reed is slated to go to trial in February.
Actor Alec Baldwin has been indicted by a grand jury in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on a charge of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the fatal shooting on the movie set of Rust in 2021. The shooting resulted in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and the injury of director Joel Souza. Baldwin, who was pointing a gun at Hutchins during a rehearsal, has maintained that he did not pull the trigger, but the gun fired. The case had previously seen a dismissal of the involuntary manslaughter charge, but it has now been revived with the grand jury indictment.
American Express Travel has released its 2024 Trending Destinations list, featuring the top 10 must-visit vacation spots based on global card member travel bookings and recommendations. The list includes Adelaide Hills in Australia, Bodrum in Turkey, Cervo in Italy, St. Kitts & Nevis, Niseko in Japan, San Miguel De Allende in Mexico, Santa Fe in New Mexico (the only U.S. city on the list), The Seychelles, Udaipur in India, and Zermatt in Switzerland. Santa Fe is known for its rich art and cultural heritage, while Niseko offers world-class skiing and natural hot springs. The report highlights the growing interest in these destinations among Gen-Z and Millennial travelers.
The 99th Burning of Zozobra, also known as Old Man Gloom, is a community spectacle in Santa Fe, New Mexico, that has been burning away gloom and bringing fun, excitement, and renewal for nearly a century. The tradition was started by William Howard Schuster, an artist who sought a cure for tuberculosis in the Southwest. Inspired by a Good Friday celebration in Mexico, Schuster created the effigy of Zozobra to symbolize burning away personal troubles. Despite initial resistance, Zozobra became a central part of the Santa Fe Fiesta, marking the beginning of a weekend filled with festivities.
The shelter-in-place order for residents near Cottonwood Village Mobile Home Park in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has been lifted after the suspect, Martin Jemez, who caused the order, managed to evade the police three times over the past two days.