Chuck Norris has passed away

The legendary face of action films, Chuck Norris, has passed away at the age of 86. The death of the master actor, who suddenly fell ill while on vacation in Hawaii, was confirmed by his family in an emotional statement.

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In a statement released by his family via his official Instagram account, it was noted that Norris passed away on Thursday morning. While the exact cause of death was not disclosed, it was stated that the situation was an "sudden and unexpected health issue."

WHO IS CHUCK NORRIS?

Born on March 10, 1940, Carlos Ray "Chuck" Norris became a global phenomenon by bringing his success in martial arts to the cinema.

Historic Fight: His fight with Bruce Lee at the Roman Colosseum in the 1972 film "The Way of the Dragon" is considered one of the most iconic scenes in cinema history.

Walker, Texas Ranger: He became a symbol of justice with his series that left its mark on the 90s.

Internet Legend: With the "Chuck Norris Facts" trend that began in the 2000s, he became a symbol of "invincibility" for new generations as well.

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