No details surrounding his death have been released.

He was 42 years old and leaves a wife and two children.

"It is with deep regret that the Irish Rugby Football Union and Munster Rugby must advise of the passing overnight of Munster Rugby head coach Anthony Foley, at the team hotel in Paris," The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) said in a statement.

He made 62 appearances for Ireland and 202 for Munster.

Foley was much-loved by many among the rugby fraternity and held a special place in the hearts of fans. 

More to come.