Legendary actor Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86 following a sudden medical emergency in Hawaii.
The tough guy and martial arts icon passed away Thursday morning, his family announced in a post on Instagram.
'It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning,' the family said.
'While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and at peace.'
It is unclear what medical emergency the actor suffered.
His family paid tribute to Norris as a 'devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family.'
'He lived his life with faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved,' their statement said. 'Through his work, discipline, and kindness, he inspired millions around the world and left a lasting impact on so many lives.'
Norris was best known for action roles including Walker, Texas Ranger and The Delta Force in the 1980s before he became a cult figure on social media in his later years.
