Chuck Norris, Actor and Martial Artist, Dead at 86

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Chuck Norris, the famous martial artist and star of Walker, Texas Ranger, has died at the age of 86, his family announced on Instagram. They shared that he passed away suddenly yesterday morning, surrounded by loved ones, and requested privacy regarding the details. TMZ reported that Norris had been briefly hospitalized in Hawaii earlier in the week, but was reportedly back to his usual activities, even joking, on March 19th. His family remembered him as a man of faith and purpose who inspired millions with his work, dedication, and kindness, leaving a lasting legacy on countless lives.

Chuck Norris is a highly skilled martial artist with a black belt in both karate and Tae Kwon Do, and his acting career began with encouragement from Steve McQueen. He became known for starring in action movies like The Way of the Dragon, The Delta Force, and The Hitman. Later, he played the lead role in Walker, Texas Ranger for nine seasons. During his time hosting Late Night, Conan O’Brien often playfully showed clips from Walker, Texas Ranger, reacting with mock surprise or fear each time. This running joke eventually led to a memorable appearance by Norris himself in 2004. Throughout his career, Norris consistently showed a good sense of humor, proving he was as gracious as he was formidable.

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2026-03-20 18:55