{"id":2339162,"date":"2026-03-20T20:14:46","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T20:14:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2339162"},"modified":"2026-03-20T20:14:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T20:14:46","slug":"chuck-norris-passes-away-sylvester-stallone-dolph-lundgren-and-other-celebrities-share-heartfelt-tributes-to-the-champion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/chuck-norris-passes-away-sylvester-stallone-dolph-lundgren-and-other-celebrities-share-heartfelt-tributes-to-the-champion\/","title":{"rendered":"Chuck Norris Passes Away: Sylvester Stallone, Dolph Lundgren, and Other Celebrities Share Heartfelt Tributes to the ‘Champion’"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Chuck Norris received tributes from celebs like Sylvester Stallone and Dolph Lundgren<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Hollywood icon Chuck Norris<\/a> has died at the age of 86, leaving his admirers and colleagues in disbelief. As the entertainment world grieves his loss, tributes are flooding in, with fans taking to social media to honor his extraordinary life by reminiscing about his iconic ‘Chuck Norris jokes<\/a>.’ The family of Norris<\/a> confirmed his passing in a statement released on March 20. Alongside the numerous tributes, his colleagues also shared their sorrow while recalling fond memories spent with him. Renowned for his roles in Missing in Action, The Way of the Dragon, The Delta Force, and Walker, Texas Ranger, Norris passed away just a day after being admitted to the hospital due to a medical crisis. However, the specific cause of death has yet to be revealed by his family.<\/div>\n

Shortly after the announcement, Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone was among the first celebrities to pay tribute to Norris. The two shared the screen in The Expendables 2 (2012). Stallone took to Instagram to express how much he valued their time together on set. <\/p>\n

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Sylvester Stallone writes for Chuck Norris<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Accompanying a behind-the-scenes image with Norris, Stallone wrote, “I had an amazing experience working with Chuck<\/a>. He represented everything American. A remarkable man, and my heartfelt condolences to his wonderful family.”<\/div>\n

Dolph Lundgren refers to Norris as ‘champ’<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
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Dolph Lundgren’s tribute for Chuck Norris<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Swedish actor Dolph Lundgren also paid his respects to Norris. Lundgren, who was part of The Expendables 2, referred to Norris as “the champ” and a lifelong source of inspiration. “From my early days as a martial artist to my entry into films, I always admired him as a role model. He possessed the respect, humility, and strength that define a true man. We will miss you, my friend,” Lundgren shared on Instagram, along with a touching photo.<\/p>\n

Jean-Claude Van Damme stated Norris ‘will always be remembered’<\/p>\n

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Jean-Claude Van Damme writes for Chuck Norris<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Fellow actor and martial artist Jean-Claude Van Damme expressed, “My deepest sympathies on the loss of my friend, Chuck Norris. We were acquainted from my early career, and I always held great respect for the man he was. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will always be remembered.” Van Damme also shared several nostalgic photos with Norris.<\/p>\n

Sports figures and politicians also honored Chuck Norris<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
A martial arts legend, Chuck Norris<\/a> served as an inspiration for many fighters. Beyond the film industry, numerous Mixed Martial Arts athletes also paid tribute, praising his impact on combat sports. UFC middleweight Bo Nickal remarked, “RIP to the grim reaper for having to face Chuck Norris.”<\/div>\n
Texas Governor Greg Abbott<\/a> also shared his sorrow. He posted on X (formerly Twitter), “Texas has lost a legend. All of Texas mourns the loss of Chuck Norris. He was not just a martial arts champion, an action star, and the one and only Walker, Texas Ranger. He inspired generations of conservatives, igniting their passion and voice to advocate for the principles that make America the greatest nation on earth. He embodied the toughness, grit, and patriotism that define Texas. Rest in peace, Chuck.”<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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