Chuck Norris, Action Icon and 'Walker Texas Ranger' Star, Dies at 86

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Source: Variety

Chuck Norris, the martial arts champion who became an iconic action star and led the hit series “Walker, Texas Ranger,” has died. He was 86.

Norris was hospitalized in Hawaii on Thursday, and his family posted a statement Friday saying that he died that morning. “While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace,” his family wrote.

“To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family,” the statement continued. “He lived his life with faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved. Through his work, discipline, and kindness, he inspired millions around the world and left a lasting impact on so many lives.”

Read more: https://variety.com/2026/film/news/chuck-norris-dead-walker-texas-ranger-dies-1236694953/

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He lived an interesting life.

[Aristus]

1. No loss.

He was a shitty actor and a right-wing chuzzlewit. Never understood his fanatical following.

[samsingh]

34. i agree - he was a horrible human being

[Botany]

2. Don't speak ill of the dead.

Good he is dead.

[Ray Bruns]

3. Chuck Norris!

https://m.

[BumRushDaShow]

4. Just saw the breaking banners.

Another in the vein of Heston and Eastwood who lost their way.

[marble falls]

12. He dove deeper than those two.

[samsingh]

35. he caused a lot of damage while being lost

[SpankMe]

5. Not a fan

He was kind of fun early in his career. But he lost me bigly when he went all political.

[hamsterjill]

6. I admit to enjoying some of his "kick ass" movies for escapism.

But I understood that was what the movies were - to escape into a fantasy story for an hour and a half. I understood the martial arts scenes were choreographed and that the "bad guy" was never going to win!!!!

I never understood the people who wanted him to be an "idol" because he wasn't anything more than an actor - and probably a bad one. He was no Bruce Lee. But he cut out a niche for himself and made a living.

In his later years, it seemed a little pathetic to me that he tried to maintain any relevance and the pushing of the "exercise" and "health" products was a little sad. Obviously, I did not agree or like his political stuff.

That said - he has a family and people who loved him, and I wish those peace and comfort.

[DenaliDemocrat]

41. He was a VERY VERY good fighter

Highly skilled in tournaments and held the middleweight championship for years. Rumored to be into the underground Muay Thai and stick fighting scene, but obviously no Benny the Jet in that genre.

[twodogsbarking]

7. I like kind people. The others I try to ignore.

[catbyte]

8. Huh...

[marble falls]

9. He lived an interesting life, but he drank MAGA koolade by the gallon.

[dweller]

10. Flags at 1/2 staff ?

Didn’t he just get replaced with a younger leaner version ?




✌🏻

[58Sunliner]

11. I have to ask, were there ten demons waiting to kick his ass, one by one?

[DinahMoeHum]

13. He denounced the January 6 insurrection. . .

. . .after he was informed of a lookalike on the premises.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ9jEGBDZQs/

It has come to my attention that unfortunately there was a Chuck Norris lookalike at the DC Capitol riots on January 6th. It wasn’t me and I wasn’t there. Let me be clear that there is no room for violence of any kind in our society, including in the context of political protests. A peaceful transition of power is fundamental to our democratic system of government. I am and always will be for Law and Order.
Your friend, Chuck Norris

Rest In Peace, "Texas Ranger"; you are now united with your "partner"/co-star Clarence Gilyard Jr.

[mahatmakanejeeves]

15. Not a day goes by on which "Walker, Texas Ranger" is not showing on some channel.

I've seen every episode. I liked him.

[BlueKota]

14. Wonder if tsf will attend his funeral?

[DBoon]

16. Chuck Norris memes were once popular

[angrychair]

17. Fuck him

What a horrible human being.
A man that was given so much talent and potential to use it to just be a bully and a prick, is the saddest part about his life. He could have been a good guy but choose to just another rich, selfish arrogant asshole.

[YepYep]

18. Death Comes A'Knocking

Softly, tentatively, and a soft fragile voice says, “Sir? Sir? I am so sorry, but it’s time.” Chuck Norris rolls out of bed and says, “ Don’t get your knickers in a twist, I ain’t gunna hurt you.” And Death breaths a sigh of relief and leads him to the next great adventure.

Or better yet, Chuck Norris hears the door open from his bed. He looks up and sees Bruce Lee. Bruce Lee says, “Time to go”.

I was not a fan of the political Chuck, but enjoyed the Chuck Norris jokes. Which are your favorites?

[Lemon Lyman]

19. -

[BlueKota]

22. Was never a fan.

Even less upon seeing this video. I won't say I am glad he's dead. I'd rather have had him live long enough to see what a freaking disaster his "people," have made out of not only this country but the entire world. Not to mention to see him and his wife be burdened with the negative consequences their own ignorance helped promote.

[oasis]

38. "See you at the polls" Chuck closes with.

No mofo, I won’t be seeing your sorry ass, at the polls, or any other place,

Bye

[GreenWave]

20. Now which base/ship will they rename after this Trump lover?

[mwooldri]

21. Condolences to his family. NT

That's all.

[Jacson6]

23. Growing up I had friends that worshipped the guy.

But I found his dance routines masked as karate boring and absurd. Just sayin..

[SergeStorms]

25. Good.

That's it, just good!

[OhioTim]

26. Good

One more down

[SheltieLover]

27. Good riddance to bad rubbish

[SheltieLover]

28. Another one bites the dust

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[AverageOldGuy]

29. Will not be missed.

Has Trump ordered flags at half-staff yet?

[wolfie001]

36. He was a far-right turd

I agree with you!

[2naSalit]

30. One less...

Waste of good air.

[paleotn]

31. One less magat moron. I'm good with that.

[mdbl]

32. Does this mean I won't have to watch those shitty commercials

with Norris and his wife telling us what to do to live forever?

[Polybius]

33. This is the saddest news I've heard all year

I am in tears, as I was a massive fan of his movies and martial arts. RIP to a legend.

[Indyfan53]

37. I don't believe in an afterlife

but it’s nice to think the Bruce Lee is kicking his ass, again.

[doc03]

39. Chuck Norris lost to the Grim Reaper. nt

[Polybius]

40. Don't be so sure!