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Chuck Norris shared a sprightly video to Instagram just days before it was announced that he has died at the age of 86.<\/strong><\/p>\n Norris’ family released a statement today (March 20) announcing that the beloved actor has died<\/a> suddenly.<\/p>\n “It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning,” a social media<\/a> post shared to his Instagram began.<\/p>\n “While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace.”<\/p>\n The statement continued: “To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family.<\/p>\n “He lived his life with faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved. Through his work, discipline, and kindness, he inspired millions around the world and left a lasting impact on so many lives.”<\/p>\n Legendary actor Chuck Norris has died aged 86 (chucknorris\/Instagram)<\/cite><\/div>\n While they did not reveal how The Way of the Dragon<\/em> star died, they did confirm that he’d recently been hospitalized. He’s believed to have been hospitalized in Hawaii<\/a> yesterday, according to reports.<\/p>\n Norris’ family went on to say that their ‘hearts are broken’ in the wake of his passing and asked for privacy during this sad time.<\/p>\n His death comes shortly after the actor celebrated his 86th birthday on March 10.<\/p>\n To mark the occasion, Norris shared a video to Instagram<\/a> where he could be seen sparring with his trainer.<\/p>\n “I don’t age, I level up,” he said in the short clip, which turned out to be his final ever post.<\/p>\n People have rushed to pay tribute to Norris following the news of his death. One person penned on Twitter<\/a>: “RIP to American Icon, Chuck Norris. One of the realest MFers to ever do it.”<\/p>\n A second said: “Chuck Norris is off on his last, great adventure: to punch God. Rest easy, legend.”<\/p>\n “Such a sad day! The world is down a good man. RIP Chuck Norris,” added another.<\/p>\n The Walker, Texas Ranger <\/em>alum is survived by his wife of over 26 years, Gena O\u2019Kelley, and their twins Dakota Alan and Danilee Kelley.<\/p>\n O’Kelley and Norris wed on November 28, 1998. Prior to that, the actor had been married to Dianne Holechek from 1958 to 1989.<\/p>\n If you have experienced a bereavement and would like to speak with someone in confidence, contact <\/em>GrieveWell<\/em><\/a> on (734) 975-0238, or email [email\u00a0protected]<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.unilad.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Chuck Norris shared a sprightly video to Instagram just days before it was announced that he has died at the age of 86. 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