Fans and fellow actors gathered online to honor Chuck Norris after his passing at age 86. Sylvester Stallone posted a heartfelt Instagram note. He wrote that working with Chuck felt like sharing a screen with a true All American hero. He added that he admired Chuck’s strength and kindness.
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Dolph Lundgren also shared a moving tribute. He recalled how he first saw Chuck on a movie screen as a young martial artist. Lundgren said Chuck served as a role model for respect, humility and power. He expressed deep loss and called Chuck a dear friend.
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Stephen King Joins the Celebration
Author Stephen King added his voice to the tribute. He posted a series of jokes that highlighted Chuck’s legendary status in internet memes. King joked that Chuck does not flush a toilet, he scares the waste out of it. He also wrote that Chuck drove his mother home from the hospital when he was born. King concluded with a sincere note about how Chuck’s silent rage inspired him and his sons.
My fave Chuck Norris joke: Chuck doesn't flush the toilet, he scares the shit out of it.
— Stephen King (@StephenKing) March 20, 2026
Other Stars Remember the Legend
Lorenzo Lamas, who trained at Chuck’s martial arts studio, offered a prayer for the Norris family. He said an angel of consequence now stands at the gates of the world. Lamas reminded fans that Chuck earned his wings and his justice.
Beyond the tributes, Chuck Norris left a lasting mark on film. He fought alongside Bruce Lee in The Way of the Dragon. He starred in The Delta Force, Missing in Action, Good Guys Wear Black, The Octagon, Lone Wolf McQuade, Code of Silence and Firewalker. Fans still recall his powerful presence in The Expendables 2, a film directed by Stallone.
Chuck also built an impressive martial arts record. He held a black belt in judo, a third degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, a fifth degree black belt in Karate, an eighth degree black belt in Taekwondo, a ninth degree black belt in Tang Soo Do and a tenth degree black belt in Chun Kuk Do. His skill set inspired generations of fighters.
Social media buzzed with Chuck Norris memes after his death. Fans shared jokes that celebrated his unstoppable image. The memes kept his spirit alive and reminded everyone why he became a cultural phenomenon.
Overall, the outpouring of love shows how Chuck Norris touched many lives. Actors, writers and martial artists all felt his influence. Their tributes form a lasting Chuck Norris tribute that honors his legacy in film and martial arts.
Source: Variety
