Chuck Norris’ family have released a heartfelt statement after the action legend died at the age of 86, shortly after he had been hospitalized in Hawaii.
Admirers across the world are mourning Norris’ death and celebrating his legacy as one of Hollywood’s most enduring action figures.
The family statement described and paid tribute to the beloved actor and marital arts icon and portrayed him as a man of deep faith, devotion, and kindness. The statement noted that his family would like to keep the circumstances around his passing private, but that he was surrounded by family and at peace.
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Norris was a martial arts grandmaster and action star. His role in “Walker, Texas Ranger,” alongside other action shows and movies, turned him into an iconic tough guy and later, an Internet icon.
He was born in Oklahoma on March 10, 1940. He served in the U.S. Airforce before becoming involved first in martial arts and then Hollywood.
He is survived by his wife, five children and grandchildren.
