Gene Hackman, Hoosiers and Norman Dale

Gene Hackman gave us Norman Dale, a basketball coach we can’t forget
In “Hoosiers,” Gene Hackman, whose death was announced Thursday, created a man with understated strength, a taskmaster with emotional intelligence and a tormented winner.
Gene Hackman’s Coach Dale and the enduring appeal of ‘Hoosiers’ – Terry Pluto
When I heard that Gene Hackman had died, I thought of the movie “Hoosiers.” I thought of Coach Norman Dale at Hickory High. I thought of so many scenes from the movie when stopping in the “Hoosiers Gym,
Gene Hackman in ‘Hoosiers’: On Camera, ‘He Really Went to Town’
Hackman’s fellow actors from the 1986 film remembered him as an actor who offered wise advice but hated rehearsing and multiple takes.
A KU connection & drama on the set: Six things to know about Gene Hackman, ‘Hoosiers’
University of Kansas coach Bill Self once likened a moment in the Jayhawks’ 2022 NCAA Championship victory to a scene in “Hoosiers.”
Remember the 1986 Basketball Movie ‘Hoosiers’? An Update on Gene Hackman and the Rest of the Cast
Declared as one of the greatest sports movies in film history, the 1986 flick Hoosiers starred the late Gene Hackman as high school basketball Coach Norman Dale. The famed film follows the story of the Huskers and how they went from small-town Hickory,
Gene Hackman’s role in ‘Hoosiers’ left a lasting impression on basketball fans
Hackman's portrayal of coach Dale's transformation — and redemption — throughout "Hoosiers" was the heartbeat of the box-office classic.
'We lost our coach.' Gene Hackman remembered for role as coach Norman Dale in 'Hoosiers'
Gene Hackman was a veteran actor in his 50s when 'Hoosiers' was released in 1986. Former Hickory Huskers and 'Hoosiers' producer remember Hackman
The great Gene Hackman is gone, and so is Hollywood’s greatest coach: Norman Dale of ‘Hoosiers’
Hackman has died at 95, leaving behind a jewel of a sports movie about an Indiana high school basketball team. It might not be his best performance, but it’s likely his most beloved one.
In ‘Hoosiers,’ Gene Hackman gave us Norman Dale, a basketball coach we can’t forget
When great actors die, our grief multiplies. It feels like we lost them and every character they blessed with humanity. The emotions are deceiving because their art makes them eternal, but for those
Gene Hackman was the coach in 'Hoosiers'. Watch classic movie scenes, iconic Norman Dale speech
Actor Gene Hackman has been pronounced dead along with his wife, Betsy Arakawa. Fans may seek favorite movies. Watch these classic clips from "Hoosiers".

Gene Hackman death investigation takes turn

Gene Hackman’s role in ‘Hoosiers’ led to an unforgettable, beloved film for fans far beyond Indiana
The dazzling films of Gene Hackman stand out for sports fan for one reason: His unforgettable role as Norman Dale, coach of ...
Gene Hackman Death: Francis Ford Coppola, Clint Eastwood Mourn “Inspiring and Magnificent” Two-Time Oscar Winner
The 'French Connection' and 'Hoosiers' star was found dead, along with his wife and their dog, at their home in Santa Fe, New ...
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa lived a peaceful, private life in New Mexico before their deaths, friends say
Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, shared a peaceful and private life, rich in adventure, art and genuine love, before ...
Gene Hackman was cinema’s greatest average schmo
Most people have a favorite Gene Hackman performance. I have two.
Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa may have been dead for days or weeks, sheriff says
Investigators are trying to figure out the last time anyone saw or spoke to them, Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza told ...
Scattered Pills Found Near Body of Hackman’s Wife as Inquiry Continues
The sheriff’s office in Santa Fe County, N.M., is investigating after the actor Gene Hackman, his wife and one of their dogs ...
Gene Hackman dies at 95. He once had a shouting match with an Evansville theater professor
Gene Hackman's role in "Hoosiers" included a shouting match with a UE professor. The legendary actor has died at 95.