Chuck Norris, prolific action star and martial arts champion, dies aged 86
The Guardian • • general
Key Points:
- Chuck Norris, former world karate champion and action movie star, has died at the age of 86, according to a family statement on social media.
- Norris was surrounded by his family and at peace at the time of his passing, though the family requested privacy regarding the circumstances.
- He gained fame in the late 1960s through karate championships and appeared in Bruce Lee’s 1972 film The Way of the Dragon.
- Norris starred in numerous action films such as Invasion USA and The Delta Force, and was well-known for the TV series Walker, Texas Ranger.
- Beyond entertainment, Norris was known for his outspoken support of right-wing political causes.
