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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Jonathan Mattise

Chuck Norris’ final post revealed as he embraced legendary viral jokes before his death

  • Martial arts and action movie legend Chuck Norris celebrated the iconic memes and viral jokes about him, even in his final post before his death at age 86.
  • His toughman image became legendary after his appearance in Dodgeball, leading to the viral “Chuck Norris Facts” meme, which he later embraced by publishing The Official Chuck Norris Fact Book, combining his favorite jokes with supposedly true stories and the codes he aimed to live by.
  • “To some who know little of my martial arts or film careers but perhaps grew up with Walker, Texas Ranger, it seems that I have become a somewhat mythical superhero icon,” Norris wrote in the forward to the book. “I am flattered and humbled.”
  • Beyond the memes and his success on screen, Norris authored several other books, including martial arts guides, a memoir, and political commentaries.
  • He celebrated his birthday just over a week before his death, posting a sparring video on Instagram and writing, “I don't age. I level up.”

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