Chuck Norris - Actor
Age: 85
Country: United States Occupations:
Actor
Chuck Norris (born Carlos Ray Norris on March 10, 1940) is an American martial artist, actor, and cultural icon. Known for his "tough guy" persona, he transitioned from a world-champion fighter to one of the most recognizable action stars of the 1980s and 90s.
Martial Arts Background
Before his Hollywood career, Norris was a highly decorated martial artist.
Military Beginnings: He began training in Tang Soo Do while serving in the U.S. Air Force in South Korea.
Championships: He was a six-time undefeated World Professional Middleweight Karate Champion.
Innovator: He founded his own martial arts discipline, Chun Kuk Do ("The Universal Way"), and was the first Westerner to be awarded an 8th-degree Black Belt Grand Master in Taekwondo.
Acting Career
Norris is famous for roles that emphasize discipline, justice, and physical prowess.
Breakout: His iconic fight scene against Bruce Lee in Way of the Dragon (1972) launched him into the spotlight.
Film Hits: He starred in numerous action classics, including Missing in Action, The Delta Force, and Code of Silence.
Television: He is perhaps best known for his eight-season run as the title character in Walker, Texas Ranger (1993–2001).
Pop Culture & Legacy
In 2005, Norris became the subject of the "Chuck Norris Facts" internet phenomenon—a series of satirical, hyperbolic myths about his superhuman strength (e.g., "Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups; he pushes the Earth down").
Beyond entertainment, he is a dedicated philanthropist, founding the Kickstart Kids program to help at-risk youth build character through martial arts.