'Walker Texas Ranger' Action Icon Was 86
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- Martial arts champion and iconic action star Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86; he passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Hawaii.
- Norris was renowned for his extensive martial arts expertise, holding multiple black belts across various disciplines, and gained fame for roles in films like “The Way of the Dragon” alongside Bruce Lee, “Missing in Action,” and “The Delta Force.”
- He transitioned successfully to television with the long-running series “Walker, Texas Ranger” (1993-2001), which cemented his status as an all-American action hero.
- Beyond acting, Norris was known for his conservative political views, Christian-themed writings, and later cultural presence through internet memes celebrating his legendary toughness.
- Norris is survived by his wife
