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Chuck Norris dies at 86 after medical emergency in Hawaii, family confirms
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Action legend famed for “Walker, Texas Ranger” and The Delta Force
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Tributes pour in as family describes him as symbol of strength and devotion
Legendary martial artist and Hollywood action star Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86, his family announced in a statement shared on social media.
According to the family, Norris passed away on Thursday after suffering a medical emergency and was taken to hospital in Hawaii, where he died surrounded by loved ones.
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“It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris,” the statement read. “While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace.”
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The family described the late actor as a global symbol of strength and a devoted family man. “To the world, he was a martial artist, actor and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather,” they added.
Born Carlos Ray Norris in 1940, he rose from competitive martial arts to international stardom, becoming one of Hollywood’s most recognisable action figures.
He gained widespread acclaim for his roles in films such as The Delta Force and the long-running television series Walker, Texas Ranger, which aired from 1993 to 2001.
Norris first captured global attention after starring alongside Bruce Lee in the 1972 martial arts classic The Way of the Dragon. Over the decades, he built a legacy spanning more than 20 films and became a pop culture icon, later inspiring the widely circulated “Chuck Norris Facts” internet phenomenon.
In their tribute, his family expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from fans worldwide, noting that his work, discipline and kindness inspired millions.
Norris is survived by his wife, children and grandchildren.
His passing marks the end of a decades-long career that left an enduring impact on martial arts, film and television.
