Chuck Norris, prolific action star and martial arts champion, dies aged 86

March 20, 2026

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Chuck Norris, a former world karate champion turned action star, died at age 86.
He gained fame through films like 'The Way of the Dragon' and 'The Delta Force', and the TV series 'Walker, Texas Ranger'.
Norris was also known for his outspoken support of right-wing political causes.
Tributes poured in from fellow actors and authors, celebrating his career and influence.
His martial arts journey began in the US Air Force in South Korea, leading to competitive success and later, a teaching career alongside Bruce Lee.
Breakthrough films like 'Breaker! Breaker!' and 'Lone Wolf McQuade' established his film career, followed by critical success with 'Code of Silence'.
'Walker, Texas Ranger', which ran for eight years, became one of his most recognized roles and inspired the 'Chuck Norris facts' internet meme.
Norris founded his own martial arts system, Chun Kuk Do, in 1990.
In his later years, he made sporadic screen appearances and became a prominent political endorser for conservative candidates.
He was married twice and is survived by his wife and five children.

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