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Martial Arts Icon Chuck Norris Dies at 86
20 Mar
Summary
- Martial arts legend Chuck Norris has died at age 86.
- He was known for 'Walker, Texas Ranger' and 80s action films.
- Norris passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Hawaii.
The legendary martial artist and actor Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86. His family confirmed his peaceful passing surrounded by loved ones in Hawaii. Norris, celebrated for his tough-guy persona, starred in iconic 1980s films such as "The Delta Force" and "Missing in Action."
He gained further widespread fame in the 1990s for his portrayal of Texas Ranger Cordell Walker in the hit CBS series "Walker, Texas Ranger." Throughout his career, Norris earned a black belt in multiple martial arts disciplines and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1989.
Born in Oklahoma in 1940, Norris served in the U.S. Air Force before embarking on his entertainment career. In addition to his acting and martial arts achievements, he was notably made an honorary Texas Ranger in 2010. He recently celebrated his 86th birthday on March 10, sharing a video of himself training.



