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Actor Chuck Norris Dies at 86
Chuck Norris was a six-time undefeated world karate champion who founded Chun Kuk Do and earned a 10th degree black belt, according to Black Belt magazine.
- Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star, died Thursday at 86, his family said in a statement posted to social media describing a "sudden passing."
- Born Carlos Ray Norris on March 10, 1940, in Ryan, Oklahoma, he moved to Torrance, California at age 12 and joined the U.S. Air Force in 1958, training in martial arts during a Korea deployment.
- A six-time undefeated World Professional Middleweight Karate champion, Norris founded Chun Kuk Do and the United Fighting Arts Federation, which awarded more than 3,300 Chuck Norris System black belts worldwide.
- He is survived by five children: stunt performers Mike and Eric with his late ex-wife Dianne Holechek, twins Dakota and Danilee with his wife Gena Norris, and daughter Dina.
- On screen, Norris starred nine seasons on "Walker, Texas Ranger" and appeared in more than 20 films; his tough-guy image spawned the viral "Chuck Norris Facts" meme and inspired "The Official Chuck Norris Fact Book.
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Christian Action Star Chuck Norris Dies At 86
by Stefan J. Bos, Worthy News Chief International Correspondent LOS ANGELES, USA (Worthy News) – Chuck Norris, the martial artist and Hollywood action star known worldwide for his outspoken Christian faith and message of perseverance, has died at the age of 86, his family confirmed. Norris passed away following a brief hospitalization in Hawaii after suffering a medical emergency, according to a statement released by relatives. “It is with heavy…
Actor Chuck Norris dies at 86
Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in "Walker, Texas Ranger" and other television shows and movies made him an iconic tough guy — sparking internet parodies and adoration from presidents — has died at 86.
Celebrities Pour Tribute As Chuck Norris Passes Away at 86
Photo Credit: Jerry Markland via Getty Images Hollywood mourns the loss of beloved martial artist and actor Chuck Norris, with tributes continuing to pour in. Norris passed away on March 19, 2026, at age 86, following a reported hospitalization in Hawaii. His family recently released a statement confirming the news while also expressing gratitude for everyone’s prayers, love, and support. Chuck Norris passes away at 86, celebrities pay tribute H…
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