Latest News | March 20, 2026 Legendary martial artist, actor, and cultural icon Chuck Norris has passed away at the age of 86, according to statements released by his family. Norris died on March 19, 2026, following what has been described as a sudden medical event. His family shared that he was surrounded by loved ones and at peace at the time of his passing. A Larger-Than-Life Legacy Born Carlos Ray Norris in Oklahoma, Chuck Norris rose from humble beginnings to become one