March 20, 2026
Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris dead at 86
Chuck Norris, iconic actor and martial artist, has died, his family announced in a statement, saying he passed surrounded by loved ones and at peace.
TL;DR
- Chuck Norris, actor and martial artist, has died at age 86.
- His death was announced by his family via an Instagram statement.
- Norris was born in Ryan, Oklahoma, in 1940 and began martial arts training in Korea.
- He opened a successful chain of martial arts studios, attracting celebrity students like Steve McQueen.
- McQueen encouraged Norris to pursue acting, leading to roles in films and his most famous role as a lawman in "Walker, Texas Ranger."
- He founded the philanthropy Kickstart Kids, which offers karate and character-building lessons in Texas schools.
- Norris was a vocal supporter of Christian beliefs and gun rights.
- He is survived by his wife, Gena O'Kelley, and five children.
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