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'Walker, Texas Ranger' star Chuck Norris rushed to hospital on Kauai
The actor and martial artist has a legendary career spanning decades in film and television
Chuck Norris has been hospitalized following a reported medical emergency on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, while on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, according to TMZ. Details of the incident have not yet been disclosed.
The 86-year-old Walker, Texas Ranger star, whose real name is Carlos Ray Norris, was reportedly “in good spirits” and joking on the phone with a friend just before being admitted.
The news comes days after Norris celebrated his birthday on March 10, sharing a video of himself sparring with a trainer and reflecting on his “good health” and gratitude for another year.
Fans quickly took to social media to wish the martial arts legend well. One comment read, “All the best, Chuck, get well soon, the world needs you,” while another added, “I hope you doing okay brotha. Heard you was in the hospital prayers.”
Norris, a former US Air Force serviceman, is a celebrated martial artist with black belts in Karate, Taekwondo, Tang Soo Do, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Judo.
He founded his own discipline, Chun Kuk Do, and has trained numerous celebrities. His acting career was launched after roles alongside legends like Bruce Lee and Steve McQueen, eventually leading to his iconic portrayal of Cordell Walker in Walker, Texas Ranger.
Over the decades, Norris has remained a cultural icon, known for both his martial arts prowess and his enduring screen presence. Fans and colleagues alike are sending their support as he recovers.
