Chuck Norris, the 86-year-old star of Walker, Texas Ranger, has been hospitalised in Hawaii following a medical emergency. The actor, who owns a $7 million home on Kauai's North Shore, is reported to be conscious and in good spirits, according to TMZ. No further details about the nature of the emergency have been released, and The Independent has contacted his representative for comment.
Norris recently celebrated his 86th birthday, sharing a social media post that included a video of himself sparring with a boxing trainer. He wrote: “I don’t age. I level up. I’m 86 today! Nothing like some playful action on a sunny day to make you feel young.” He expressed gratitude for his health and support from fans.
A former martial arts champion, Norris gained fame opposite Bruce Lee in The Way of the Dragon (1972) and later headlined the CBS series Walker, Texas Ranger from 1993 to 2001. Last December, he paid tribute to his first wife, Dianne Holechek, who died at 84. They were married for 30 years and had two sons before divorcing in 1989. Norris has been married to model Gena O’Kelley since 1998, with whom he has twins.
In an update on March 20, Norris's family announced his passing. Further coverage is expected.
