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Gene Hackman and 'Hoosiers' long have been point of pride for tiny Milan, Indiana

Gene Hackman was known for his role as the basketball coach in the film Hoosiers, which is considered one of the best sports movies ever made.
Susan Cottingham, secretary of the Milan '54 Hoosiers Museum, noted that Hackman's death affected basketball fans in Indiana.
The museum showcases uniforms from the film Hoosiers, which featured Hackman as a basketball coach and has drawn visitors since its release.
Hackman had a long-standing invitation to visit the museum but never did, despite the film's impact on the town of Milan.

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USA Today

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.

4 hours ago·United States

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The Blade

Hackman's role in 'Hoosiers' led to beloved film for fans far beyond Indiana

Bobby Plump -– the real-life Jimmy Chitwood –- said Gene Hackman deserves as much credit as anyone for taking his small-town Hoosier state basketball story beyond Indiana to the rest the world.

6 hours ago·Toledo, United States

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York News-Times

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Milan's point of pride

Bobby Plump -– the real-life Jimmy Chitwood –- said Gene Hackman deserves as much credit as anyone for taking his small-town Hoosier state basketball story beyond Indiana to the rest the world.

8 hours ago

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The Hamilton Spectator

Gene Hackman and ‘Hoosiers’ long have been point of pride for tiny Milan, Indiana

The dazzling films of Gene Hackman stand out for sports fan for one reason: His unforgettable role as Norman Dale, coach of the feel-good, state champion Hickory Huskers in “Hoosiers.”

10 hours ago·Hamilton, Canada

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Associated Press News

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Gene Hackman's role in 'Hoosiers' led to an unforgettable, beloved film for fans far beyond Indiana

There’s one reason Hackman’s dazzling acting career stands out for sports fans: His unforgettable role as Norman Dale, coach of the feel-good, state champion Hickory Huskers from a tiny Indiana

10 hours ago·United States

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Fox 59 Indianapolis

Gene Hackman's Norman Dale left indelible mark on Indiana. Here are his best quotes

Gene Hackman, the Oscar-winning actor, died at the age of 95. Hackman, his wife and their dog were found dead inside their New Mexico home, according to the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators said no foul play was suspected. Hackman’s lengthy acting career included Academy Award-winning turns in “The French Connection” (Best Actor) and “Unforgiven” (Best Supporting Actor). He was nominated three other times. In popular culture, Hack…

16 hours ago·Indianapolis, United States

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