Chuck Norris He suffered a health crisis in Kauai, Hawaii, after being hospitalized. The deceased was 86 years old Walker, Texas Ranger The alum’s hospitalization was apparently sudden, and fans were growing concerned about his condition. Shortly after the news hit the headlines, Norris’ death was confirmed.
“With heavy hearts, our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning,” the Norris family captioned an Instagram post on March 20, 2026. “While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace.”
The news came less than two weeks after the actor celebrated his 86th birthday on March 10. He marked the occasion by sharing a video on Instagram of himself sparring with a boxing coach.
“I’m not getting older. I’m rising to a higher level. I’m 86 today!” Norris commented on his post. “There’s nothing like a little excitement on a sunny day to make you feel young. I’m grateful for another year, good health and the opportunity to continue doing what I love. Thank you all for being the best fans in the world. Your support over the years has meant more to me than you will ever know. God bless you, Chuck Norris.”
Below, find out what we know so far about Norris’ hospitalization and condition.
Did Chuck Norris have a disease? What we know about his health
Norris has always maintained his health. As previously mentioned, the martial artist and actor has been working out regularly, primarily through boxing techniques. He was not suffering from a known illness.
Why was Chuck Norris hospitalized in March 2026?
The nature of Norris’ hospitalization remains unclear at press time. according to TMZHis “medical emergency” occurred within 24 hours after he was training on the island of Kauai, as he usually does. The newspaper reported that Norris was in “good spirits and cracking jokes” before his health scare.
How old is Chuck Norris?
Norris was 86 years old when he died. He was born on March 10, 1940.
Who is Chuck Norris’s wife?
Norris was married to his wife, Jenna O’KellySince 1998. The couple shares children Dakota and Danielle.
Although the couple usually keeps their relationship out of the public eye, Norris couldn’t help but gush over his wife in an Instagram post in November 2024 while celebrating their 26th wedding anniversary.
“Happy 26th wedding anniversary to my beautiful wife!” Norris commented on a post of him and O’Kelly in their wedding outfits. “You always fill my life with joy, love and countless wonderful memories. I am so grateful and blessed to wake up next to the most amazing woman God could have ever blessed me with. Every moment with you is indescribably precious to me. I love you, Jenna. Forever and always.”
