At the age of 86, Chuck Norris, world-renowned martial arts master and unforgettable action movie star, died unexpectedly on Friday morning. The actor, whose name became synonymous with invincibility, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family after a recent hospitalization in Hawaii.
The Norris family confirmed the sad news through an official statement. Although the details and exact circumstances of his death are kept private by those close to him, they said that the legendary artist passed away peacefully.
“To the world, he was a martial artist, an actor and a symbol of strength. But to us, above all, he was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather and brother,” the family said in a statement. The actor was already hospitalized last Thursday in Hawaii, with the family thanking fans for all the prayers and words of support they received during his last days.
