Chuck Norris, Martial Arts Legend, Passes Away

Reporting from The Daily News Now, I'm Corey with the story.

With the latest in Adelaide, Chuck Norris, the action star famous for Walker Texas Ranger

and films like Return of the Dragon, has passed away at 86 years old.

His family announced the news, saying he died suddenly yesterday morning, surrounded

by loved ones and at peace.

He built his fame first as a martial arts champion, winning six undefeated world titles

in Midoway Karate.

Norris founded his own style called Chun Kuk Do, and later starred in over 20 movies,

including Missing In Action, before landing his iconic TV.

Roll in 1993, they ran nine seasons.

Fans worldwide are mourning the loss of a symbol of strength and discipline.

His tough guy imaged sparked viral Chuck Norris facts online, like beating the sun in

a staring contest, and he even embraced them with his own fact.

Book alongside memoirs and martial arts guides.

This made his final film cameo as himself in the upcoming Australian comedy zombie plane

with Vanilla Ice.

Just over a week ago, he marked his birthday on Instagram with a sparring video, captioning

it that he does not age but levels up.

His commitment to family, faith, and fitness leaves a lasting mark on entertainment and

martial arts, inspiring generations to push their limits.