Did you know that Chuck Norris uses parachutes now because the last time he didn’t, the dinosaurs went extinct? And, that he can dribble a bowling ball?
Ok – Chuck Norris “facts” are, for the most part, jokes! However, beyond the memes, Norris is a high-kicking martial arts master who warrants a serious facts page of his own! This might just be the toughest facts page you read at Fact City… here are some fun facts about Chuck Norris well worth remembering.
1. He was born in the USA.
Chuck Norris is indeed an American citizen through and through. He was born on March 10th, 1940, in Ryan, Oklahoma. However, Chuck is just a nickname – he was born Carlos Ray Norris.
2. He has multiple black belts.
The memes about Norris being a powerhouse martial artist have some truth to them – he’s a black belt in Judo, Tang Soo Do, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!
3. He served in the military.
Chuck Norris also served in the United States Air Force before becoming a martial arts champion and actor. Are you remotely surprised he put his talents to the test in a military setting?
4. He is a world champion in more ways than one.
Not only does Chuck Norris have a few black belts, but he has also won numerous championships in karate. These include six undefeated World Professional MiddleWeight Karate titles.
5. He then became a well-known actor!
Norris became famous by starring as an action star in the 1970s and 1980s. He notably starred in a series of martial arts-themed movies such as “Way of the Dragon” with Bruce Lee.
6. He was Cordell Walker, too.
Many people still know Chuck Norris from his time playing Cordell Walker in the television series “Walker, Texas Ranger”. The series ran from 1993 to 2001.
7. You’ve probably heard some of the memes before!
In case you didn’t quite recognise the opening lines of this article, we were referring to the world-famous Chuck Norris Facts. This online sensation became famous for exaggerating strength and toughness in a humorous way. But, all of these “facts” have yet to be disproven, so who knows if they are true or not?
8. He is an author, too.
As if Chuck Norris has not already accomplished enough, he is also an acclaimed author! He has written several books, including “The Secret of Inner Strength: My Story.”
9. He is a noted philanthropist.
Chuck Norris is also deeply involved in various charitable causes and organizations. These include programs for at-risk youth and anti-drug initiatives.
10. He is an honourary Texan.
Despite having been born in Oklahoma, Chuck Norris is an honourary Texan. This is due to the fact that in 2001, the Texas State Legislature declared Chuck Norris an honourary Texan for his contributions to the state.
11. He ran for President!
Chuck Norris has been open about his political views in the past. He even ran for the presidency of the United States in 2008. However, it was more of a satirical campaign.
12. He has his own star.
Not in the sky, but on the ground! In 1990, Chuck Norris was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The star was awarded to him for his contributions to the television industry.
FAQs about Chuck Norris
How old is Chuck Norris?
Chuck Norris was born in March 1940. As of the time of writing, he is 83 years old – and he doesn’t look bad for it, if you ask us!
What relation is Aaron Norris to Chuck Norris?
Aaron Dee Norris is an American director, actor, producer, and former stunt performer. He is the younger brother of Chuck Norris.
Who convinced Chuck Norris to become an actor?
It was reportedly Steve McQueen who helped to convince Chuck Norris to become an actor. He had asked Norris if he had ever thought about becoming an actor, and encouraged him to pursue the art. Decades later, and we are still all grateful for him asking!
Further reading:
https://facts.uk/tag/USA
https://parade.com/968666/parade/chuck-norris-jokes/
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/chuck_norris
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