Chuck Norris, one of Hollywood’s most iconic action stars was rushed to a hospital in Hawaii following a medical emergency, according to reports.
What happened?
According to the reports of TMZ, on Thursday that the 86-year-old was on the island of Kauai when the unknown incident occurred. Details about the nature of the medical emergency have not been disclosed, but insiders told the outlet that Norris is in good spirits.
The timing of the emergency came as a surprise to many fans, as Norris had just celebrated his 86th birthday on March 10 with a private outdoor boxing lesson.
In a video shared on Instagram, he appeared in high spirits and full of energy. “I don’t age. I level up,” he said in a video and captioned it, “I’m 86 today! Nothing like some playful action on a sunny day to make you feel young.”
“Thank you all for being the best fans in the world. Your support through the years has meant more to me than you’ll ever know,” he added.
A man who never stops moving
For those who follow Norris on social media, the news may have come as a shock given. The Walker, Texas Ranger star regularly shares his workouts with his 2.8 million Instagram followers.
In November, he shared a photo of himself flexing his bicep at the gym, captioning it with an inspiring message. “Here’s a photo I took several months ago,” he wrote. “Progress isn’t measured by perfection, but by the courage to keep going.” He also reassured followers that he was “still setting goals, pushing forward and choosing discipline over comfort.”
Chuck Norris first became known as a fighter before moving into films. He made his movie debut in 1969 with The Wrecking Crew. He later combined his martial arts skills with acting, especially when he starred alongside Bruce Lee in the 1972 film ‘The Way of the Dragon’
Talking about Bruce Lee, Norris once told Black Belt Magazine, “The truth is Lee was a formidable opponent with a chiseled physique and technique. I totally enjoyed sparring and just spending time with him. He was as charismatic and friendly in the ring and at home as he was on film. His confidence and wit were dazzling, and sometimes even debilitating to others.”
He also spoke about Lee’s approach to martial arts, saying, “He never believed in only one martial arts style or that one was superior. He believed that everything had strengths and weaknesses and that we should find the strengths in each method.”
However, no further details about Norris’ condition or the nature of the medical emergency have been made public.
