An examination of the dog found dead along with actor Gene Hackman and his wife in their Santa Fe home shows dehydration and starvation were likely what led to the animal’s demise.

Gene Hackman, 95, died of cardiovascular and Alzheimer's disease likely around Feb. 18, about one week after his wife, officials said.

As fans continue to mourn the unfortunate passing of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, along with his wife and dog, new heartbreaking details have been released about the circumstances that reportedly led to the canine's death.