Legendary actor Chuck Norris has died.

• Legendary actor Chuck Norris has died.
• On Thursday this week, the TV star was hospitalised in Hawaii.
  
• He is remembered for his hit TV series, Walker Texas Ranger, among many other successful action movies.

Chuck Norris, the US martial artist and Hollywood action star most famous for his role in Walker, Texas Ranger, has died, his family said Friday. He was 86.

“It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning,” the family said in a statement on Instagram.

“To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family.”

The movie star was reportedly hospitalised in Hawaii on Thursday this week after suffering a sudden medical emergency, sparking concern among fans worldwide.

According to reports, the 86-year-old martial artist and actor was taken to the hospital on the island of Kauai within the last 24 hours.

READ | Chuck Norris hospitalised in Hawaii after sudden medical emergency

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