Chuck Norris: A Martial Arts Legend Passes

0:00This is Cory with the story with entertainment and celebrity news today, powered by the Daily News Now. Action star and martial artist Chuck Norris has passed away at age 86, his family announced on Friday. Known worldwide for his tough guy roles in unbeatable image, Norris left behind a legacy of films, TV shows, and martial arts achievements that inspired generations. Born Carlos Ray Norris, on March 10, 1940 in Oklahoma, he moved to California as a kid and served in the Air Force during the Korean War. That's where he picked up Karate, going on to win six world middleweight titles and start his own fighting style called Tune Coupe Doe Plus Affederation. That trained thousands. Norris broke into movies in 1968 and fought alongside Bruce Lee in 1972's The Way of the Dragon. His biggest hit came in the 90s as the star of Walker, Texas Ranger, which ran eight seasons and earned him honorary Texas Ranger status. Fans adored his over-the-top meme fame in later years,

1:02with jokes about his superhuman strength, and he stayed active in films like The Expendables. Two in 2012, while voicing strong political views. His family shared how much they cherished his role as husband, father, and grandfather, thanking supporters worldwide for the love that meant so much. To him, right up to the end.