Gene Hackman, Hoosiers and Norman Dale

Gene Hackman gave us Norman Dale, a basketball coach we can’t forget
In Norman Dale, 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 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
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,
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.”
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".
Where does Gene Hackman's ‘Hoosiers' rank among the best sports movies of all time?
The Athletic placed "Hoosiers" at No. 15 on its list of the top 100 sports movies, with “Rocky” taking first. On Rotten Tomatoes, "Hoosiers" is ranked as the No. 53 best sports movie with a certified fresh score of 91%. "Hoosiers" did not win any Academy Awards -- unlike AP's runner-up "Rocky," which won the Oscar for Best Picture in 1977.
Gene Hackman, star of 'Hoosiers' and dozens of other films, has died
Gene Hackman, the intense character actor who won two Oscars in a more than 60-year career, has died.
Mike Sielski: The great Gene Hackman is gone, and so is Hollywood’s greatest coach: Norman Dale of ‘Hoosiers’
You might think of him first as Lex Luthor or Popeye Doyle or Little Bill Daggett or even as the blind hermit who sets Peter Boyle’s thumb ablaze. But chances are, if you are both a sports fan and a movie buff,
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 ...
'Hoosiers' star Gene Hackman likely died Feb. 17, New Mexico sheriff says
New Mexico authorities provided an update on the deaths of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa.
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 ...
What Happened to Gene Hackman and His Wife? Updates on the ‘Hoosiers’ Star’s Death Investigation
Legendary actor Gene Hackman was found dead in his home on February 26, 2025, at the age of 95. Along with the Superman star, ...
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 ...
What to Know About the Lives of Hollywood Icon Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa
Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza told NBC's “Today” show that investigators were trying to sort out conflicting stories ...
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.