Chuck Norris, the martial artist and action movie icon whose toughness became an increasingly exaggerated legend among his adoring fans, has died. He was 86. His family confirmed the death on Thursday,

The man famous for starring in 'Walker, Texas Ranger' had an incredible martial arts career before making it on the silver screen

Legendary actor Chuck Norris has passed away at age 86, after suffering a medical emergency in Hawaii earlier this week. Norris was 86 years old. Norris’ family announced his death with a statement on social media.

The renowned martial artist and action star Chuck Norris passed away in Hawaii at 86.

Following the sudden death of Chuck Norris, here's how to watch "Walker, Texas Ranger," "The Expendables 2" and some of his other movies. (AP photo)

Chuck Norris's credits include performances in 'The Way of the Dragon,' 'Sidekicks,' 'The Octagon,' and 'Walker, Texas Ranger'

Chuck Norris, the American actor and martial arts icon, has died at the age of 86. A post on Norris' official Facebook page said Norris died Thursday morning. According to TMZ, Norris was training on

Chuck Norris, the martial-artist-turned-actor who helped popularize karate and action films in the US and became a TV mainstay with “Walker, Texas Ranger,” has passed away at the age