Beloved 1980s action icon and martial arts legend Chuck Norris — star of The Way of the Dragon and Walker, Texas Ranger — has sadly died at the age of 86. Norris had been hospitalized in Hawaii prior to his passing.

Family Statement:

“It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning. While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace.

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.”

Norris became a global action star with a career spanning decades, known for his martial arts skill, stoic screen presence, and memorable fight scenes. He first gained international fame in The Way of the Dragon (1972) opposite Bruce Lee and went on to star in numerous iconic films throughout the 1980s and beyond.

Major Movies Chuck Norris Starred In

1970s

• The Wrecking Crew (1968) – Early uncredited role

• The Way of the Dragon (1972) – Colt

• Breaker! Breaker! (1977) – J.D. Dawes

• Good Guys Wear Black (1978) – John T. Booker

1980s Action Classics

• The Octagon (1980) – Scott James

• Silent Rage (1982) – Sheriff Dan Stevens

• Lone Wolf McQuade (1983) – J.J. McQuade

• Missing in Action (1984) – Col. James Braddock

• Missing in Action 2: The Beginning (1985)

• Code of Silence (1985) – Eddie Cusack

• The Delta Force (1986) – Maj. Scott McCoy

• Firewalker (1986) – Max Donigan

• Braddock: Missing in Action III (1988) – Col. James Braddock

• Hero and the Terror (1988) – Danny O’Brien

• The Hitman (1991) – Cliff Garret

1990s – 2000s

• Sidekicks (1993) – Chuck Norris

• Top Dog (1995) – Jake Wilder

• The President’s Man (2000) & The President’s Man: A Line in the Sand (2002)

• Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial by Fire (2005) – TV movie

• The Expendables 2 (2012) – Booker

• Agent Recon (2024) – Alastair

Norris’ legacy as a martial artist and action star leaves an indelible mark on film and television. He will be remembered for his iconic roles, discipline, and unmatched on-screen presence.