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 Chuck Norris is familiar to fans worldwide as the star of action films such as The Hitman (1991), The Delta Force (1986) and Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection (1990). He also starred in Missing in Action (1984) and its sequels, Firewalker (1986) and Sidekicks (1992). He was an executive producer of Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as well as the star.Chuck Norris was born in Ryan, Oklahoma, to Wilma (Scarberry) and Ray Norris, who was a truck driver, mechanic, and bus driver. The eldest of three children, he helped his mother raise his two younger brothers in Torrance, CA, where his family moved when he was 12. Norris attended North Torrance High School from its inception in September, 1955 until his graduation in June, 1958. He is one of several storied alumni from the school. Other NHS alumni include Bob Hite (1943-1981), who was the lead singer of "Canned Heat," Chris Demaria, who was a professional baseball player in the Kansas City Royals and Milwaukee Brewers organizations, Chris Mortensen, an analyst with ESPN, Hip-Hop DJ "Key-Kool" (Kikuo Nishi), and Wee-Man (Jason Acuna) of "JackAss fame."Norris joined the Air Force after graduating from high school. During a stint in Korea, he began to study the Asian martial art of Tang Soo Do. After returning home, he worked for Northrop Aviation and moonlighted as a karate instructor. Two years later he was teaching full-time and running a number of martial-arts schools. His students included Steve McQueen, Priscilla Presley and the Osmonds.Norris's fight career lasted from 1964-1974. Norris started off by losing his first three tournaments but, by 1966, he was almost unbeatable. Among the numerous titles he won were The National Karate Championships (1966), All-Star Championships (1966), World Middleweight Karate Championship (1967), All-American Karate Championship (1967), Internationals (1968), World Professional Middleweight Karate Championship (defeating Louis Delgado on 24 November 1968), All-American Championship (1968), National Tournament of Champions (1968), American Tang Soo Championship, and the North American Karate Championship. Norris compiled a fight record of 65-5 with wins over champions Joe Lewis, Skipper Mullins, Arnold Urquidez, Ronald L. Marchini, Victor Moore, Louis Delgado, and Steve Sanders. Of the five men to beat Norris, three were Allen Steen, Joe Lewis, and Norris's last career defeat to Louis Delgado in 1968. Norris retired as undefeated Professional Full-Contact Middleweight Champion in 1974.Norris, who was urged to get into acting by his friend Steve McQueen, skillfully incorporates his martial-arts knowledge into his series and feature film projects, stressing action and technique over violence. He is the author of the books "The Secret of Inner Strength" and "The Secret Power Within - Zen Solutions to Real Problems". He works for many charities, including the Funds for Kids, Veterans Administration National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans, the United Way, Make-a-Wish Foundation and KickStart, a nonprofit organization he created to help battle drugs and violence in schools. He also starred in the television movie Bound by Honor (1993), broadcast on CBS.He lives on a ranch when not filming.
Bio:
Chuck Norris is familiar to fans worldwide as the star of action films such as The Hitman (1991), The Delta Force (1986) and Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection (1990). He also starred in Missing in Action (1984) and its sequels, Firewalker (1986) and Sidekicks (1992). He was an executive producer of Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as well as the star.Chuck Norris was born in Ryan, Oklahoma, to Wilma (Scarberry) and Ray Norris, who was a truck driver, mechanic, and bus driver. The eldest of three children, he helped his mother raise his two younger brothers in Torrance, CA, where his family moved when he was 12. Norris attended North Torrance High School from its inception in September, 1955 until his graduation in June, 1958. He is one of several storied alumni from the school. Other NHS alumni include Bob Hite (1943-1981), who was the lead singer of "Canned Heat," Chris Demaria, who was a professional baseball player in the Kansas City Royals and Milwaukee Brewers organizations, Chris Mortensen, an analyst with ESPN, Hip-Hop DJ "Key-Kool" (Kikuo Nishi), and Wee-Man (Jason Acuna) of "JackAss fame."Norris joined the Air Force after graduating from high school. During a stint in Korea, he began to study the Asian martial art of Tang Soo Do. After returning home, he worked for Northrop Aviation and moonlighted as a karate instructor. Two years later he was teaching full-time and running a number of martial-arts schools. His students included Steve McQueen, Priscilla Presley and the Osmonds.Norris's fight career lasted from 1964-1974. Norris started off by losing his first three tournaments but, by 1966, he was almost unbeatable. Among the numerous titles he won were The National Karate Championships (1966), All-Star Championships (1966), World Middleweight Karate Championship (1967), All-American Karate Championship (1967), Internationals (1968), World Professional Middleweight Karate Championship (defeating Louis Delgado on 24 November 1968), All-American Championship (1968), National Tournament of Champions (1968), American Tang Soo Championship, and the North American Karate Championship. Norris compiled a fight record of 65-5 with wins over champions Joe Lewis, Skipper Mullins, Arnold Urquidez, Ronald L. Marchini, Victor Moore, Louis Delgado, and Steve Sanders. Of the five men to beat Norris, three were Allen Steen, Joe Lewis, and Norris's last career defeat to Louis Delgado in 1968. Norris retired as undefeated Professional Full-Contact Middleweight Champion in 1974.Norris, who was urged to get into acting by his friend Steve McQueen, skillfully incorporates his martial-arts knowledge into his series and feature film projects, stressing action and technique over violence. He is the author of the books "The Secret of Inner Strength" and "The Secret Power Within - Zen Solutions to Real Problems". He works for many charities, including the Funds for Kids, Veterans Administration National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans, the United Way, Make-a-Wish Foundation and KickStart, a nonprofit organization he created to help battle drugs and violence in schools. He also starred in the television movie Bound by Honor (1993), broadcast on CBS.He lives on a ranch when not filming.
Tivia:
Is only one of three Americans to achieve eighth-degree black belt status in tae-kwon-do.Out of all the Chuck Norris facts, his personal favorite is 'Before the Boogie Man goes to sleep, he checks his closet for Chuck Norris.'.Often trained with Bruce Lee.Reader's Digest once noted a story of how Norris, true to his characters, prefers to find a non-violent way to solve a situation. Norris was in a bar once when a customer walked in and said to him, "You're in my seat. Move." Norris complied, and as the customer sat down, he recognized Norris. He then said, "Chuck, you could've kicked my butt if you wanted to. Instead of moving, why didn't you just attack me?" Norris' response: "What would that have accomplished?" Norris later said the experience resulted in him getting a new admirer and a new friend.Is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under the Machado Brothers.A website known as "Chuck Norris Facts" has been created as a parody of his career, containing hundreds of absurdly creative statements about his intellect, strength, virility and image, such as 'Chuck Norris once shot down a German fighter plane by pointing at it and yelling "Bang!".' Chuck is not offended by the website, in fact, has said he feels honored to have a website named after him and says he laughs when he reads the facts. He even used one fact in The Expendables 2 (2012): 'Chuck Norris was once bitten by a cobra. After five days of agonizing pain, the cobra finally died.'.He has a 10th degree black belt in Tang Soo Do, and also an 8th degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do...that is, the Korean (or traditional) styles of each.Chuck and his brother, Aaron Norris, were made honorary Texas Rangers by Gov. Rick Perry on December 2, 2010 in Dallas, Texas.He was the karate teacher of father-son actors Steve McQueen and Chad McQueen. The elder McQueen encouraged Norris to pursue a career in movies and television; allegedly, he told Chuck: "If you can't do anything else, there's always acting."He was made an honorary Marine in March 2007.His voice and drama coach was Jonathan Harris, of Lost in Space (1965) fame. Harris "taught him how to speak," by putting his fingers in Norris's mouth, and stretching the mouth wide open. Chuck names Jonathan as the only man in the world who could get away with doing that to him... which Harris was always proud of.Although a very vocal conservative Republican and born again Christian, Norris has ruled out running for elected office himself.He has founded two of his own martial arts: Chun Kuk Do ("the Universal Way") and American Tang Soo Do.His father Ray was killed in a car accident, shortly after cancer surgery. Part of Ray's throat and chin were removed; a tube was inserted in his trachea to help him breathe. Ray was thrown out of his car in the wreck, and the tube came out. Ray suffocated on the ground because no one at the accident site was aware of the tube.On an episode of Walker, Texas Ranger (1993), his co-star's, Clarence Gilyard Jr., character read the book, "The Secret Power Within," which Norris wrote himself.A newly-built bridge spanning from Slovakia into neighboring Austria is to be named after Chuck Norris.Visited US forces fighting in Iraq. (November 2006)Had a daughter, Dianna DeCioli (Dina) out of wedlock in 1964. He saw her for the first time in 1991, when she was 26. Her daughter is married and has three children. Chuck wrote about her in his book "Against All Odds: My Story".He and his wife both serve on the board of the National Council of Bible Curriculum in Public Schools.It is commonly believed that he was offered the role of "Sensei Jon Kreese" in the original The Karate Kid (1984). He reportedly turned it down, claiming he did not want his name connected with such a brutal and vicious character. This is, in fact, an urban legend; Norris himself has disputed it. While appearing on the February 9, 2006 episode of the radio show hosted by Adam Carolla, Norris stated that he was never offered the role at all.Both Michael Landon and Dan Blocker studied karate under him, as well as Blocker's children.As a child, his idol and favorite actor was John Wayne. Indeed, their on screen personas bear much in common. Both achieved their highest level of fame playing no nonsense good guys who were incorruptible and did whatever it took to make sure that justice was served and that the bad guys got what they deserved.6-time World Karate Champion; among those he faced for this title are fellow actors Joe Lewis and Steve Sanders.He is the Founder of the National Tang-Soo-Do Congress (NTC) and the United Fighting Arts Federation (UFAF). Chuck is also President of the latter.In 2005 he founded the World Combat League, a full-contact, team-based martial arts competition.2006: He began writing a column for the right-wing political publication WorldNetDaily. In his columns he has expressed his beliefs that, among other things, evolution doesn't exist, those who are troubled should turn to Christ and "true patriots" would not support a separation of church and state. In addition, he also speaks on behalf of organizations pushing for mandatory prayer in public schools.Portrayed by Ray Park in Li Xiao Long chuan qi (2008) (aka "The Legend of Bruce Lee") (TV series).Has a karate studio in Norfolk, Virginia.1/20/01: Attended the first inauguration of President George W. Bush along with fellow longtime Republican supporters Sylvester Stallone and Robert Duvall.He is a close friend of President George W. Bush and his father, former President George Bush.Despite their vast political differences, he is friends with actress and comedienne Whoopi Goldberg. He was so impressed with a performance of hers that he tried, unsuccessfully, to get her a role in his film Invasion U.S.A. (1985).Publicly condemned The Golden Compass (2007) as anti-Christian.He has English, with smaller amounts of Scottish, Welsh, and German, ancestry. He is also said to have Irish and Cherokee ancestry.He has played the same character (Cordell Walker) in three different television series: Walker, Texas Ranger (1993), Martial Law (1998) and Sons of Thunder (1999).Was a guest star on The Price Is Right Million Dollar Spectacular (2003) honoring Bob Barker's 80th birthday. Other celebrity guests included C��line Dion, Ray Romano, Charlie Sheen and Larry King.Was to appear in Delta Force 3: The Killing Game (1991), but he withdrew following the helicopter crash during the making of Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection (1990).12/12/01: Received "Veteran of the Year 2001" honor at the 6th Annual American Veteran Awards.Once went under Phil McGraw's training, and is his greatest student.Participated on the TV show The Contender (2005) with fellow action superstar Sylvester Stallone.Is a vocal secessionist.Declared his support for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in July 2016, and warned that Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton would destroy the United States if elected.Won in 2006 "The Jewish Humanitarian Man of the Year Award."Acting mentor and friends of Clarence Gilyard Jr. and Sheree J. Wilson.Eldest of three sons born to Ray and Wilma Norris. Chuck's brothers are Wieland Clyde Norris (born July 12, 1943; KIA in Vietnam on June 3, 1970) and Aaron Norris. Aaron is the youngest of the three. Wieland was attached to Company A, 2nd Battalion, 506th Infantry, 101st Airborne Division in Thua Thien Province, South Vietnam when he was killed from small arms fire just outside of Fire Support Base Ripcord. He was awarded the Silver Star posthumously and is buried at the Los Angeles National Cemetery.Publicly endorsed Mike Huckabee as his choice for Republican candidate in the 2008 presidential election.Release of his book, "Black Belt Patriotism: How to Reawaken America". (2008)Was the initial choice for the character of Red Forman on the Fox sitcom That '70s Show (1998), but was still filming Walker, Texas Ranger (1993), so he had to turn it down.Lives in Navasota, Texas with his family. (2009)Is a close friend of legendary writer and director John Milius, who was an uncredited co-screenwriter of Norris's movie Lone Wolf McQuade (1983). Milius credits this film, in part with inspiring him to craft the similar Extreme Prejudice (1987), four years later.Release of his autobiography, "Against All Odds: My Story" by Chuck with Ken Abraham. (2004) |
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Chuck Norris |
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Actor,Music Department,Producer (IMDB) |
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All World |
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Actor,Music Department,Producer |
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| Last update: |
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| Height: |
5' 10' (1.78 m) |
| Biography: |
Chuck Norris is familiar to fans worldwide as the star of action films such as The Hitman (1991), The Delta Force (1986) and Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection (1990). He also starred in Missing in Action (1984) and its sequels, Firewalker (1986 |
| Trivia: |
Is only one of three Americans to achieve eighth-degree black belt status in tae-kwon-do.Out of all the Chuck Norris facts, his personal favorite is 'Before the Boogie Man goes to sleep, he checks his closet for Chuck Norris.'.Often trained with Bruce Lee.Reader's Digest once noted a story of how Norris, true to his characters, prefers to find a non-violent way to solve a situation. Norris was in a bar once when a customer walked in and said to him, "You're in my seat. Move." Norris complied, and as the customer sat down, he recognized Norris. He then said, "Chuck, you could've kicked my butt if you wanted to. Instead of moving, why didn't you just attack me?" Norris' response: "What would that have accomplished?" Norris later said the experience resulted in him getting a new admirer and a new friend.Is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under the Machado Brothers.A website known as "Chuck Norris Facts" has been created as a parody of his career, containing hundreds of absurdly creative statements about his intellect, strength, virility and image, such as 'Chuck Norris once shot down a German fighter plane by pointing at it and yelling "Bang!".' Chuck is not offended by the website, in fact, has said he feels honored to have a website named after him and says he laughs when he reads the facts. He even used one fact in The Expendables 2 (2012): 'Chuck Norris was once bitten by a cobra. After five days of agonizing pain, the cobra finally died.'.He has a 10th degree black belt in Tang Soo Do, and also an 8th degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do...that is, the Korean (or traditional) styles of each.Chuck and his brother, Aaron Norris, were made honorary Texas Rangers by Gov. Rick Perry on December 2, 2010 in Dallas, Texas.He was the karate teacher of father-son actors Steve McQueen and Chad McQueen. The elder McQueen encouraged Norris to pursue a career in movies and television; allegedly, he told Chuck: "If you can't do anything else, there's always acting."He was made an honorary Marine in March 2007.His voice and drama coach was Jonathan Harris, of Lost in Space (1965) fame. Harris "taught him how to speak," by putting his fingers in Norris's mouth, and stretching the mouth wide open. Chuck names Jonathan as the only man in the world who could get away with doing that to him... which Harris was always proud of.Although a very vocal conservative Republican and born again Christian, Norris has ruled out running for elected office himself.He has founded two of his own martial arts: Chun Kuk Do ("the Universal Way") and American Tang Soo Do.His father Ray was killed in a car accident, shortly after cancer surgery. Part of Ray's throat and chin were removed; a tube was inserted in his trachea to help him breathe. Ray was thrown out of his car in the wreck, and the tube came out. Ray suffocated on the ground because no one at the accident site was aware of the tube.On an episode of Walker, Texas Ranger (1993), his co-star's, Clarence Gilyard Jr., character read the book, "The Secret Power Within," which Norris wrote himself.A newly-built bridge spanning from Slovakia into neighboring Austria is to be named after Chuck Norris.Visited US forces fighting in Iraq. (November 2006)Had a daughter, Dianna DeCioli (Dina) out of wedlock in 1964. He saw her for the first time in 1991, when she was 26. Her daughter is married and has three children. Chuck wrote about her in his book "Against All Odds: My Story".He and his wife both serve on the board of the National Council of Bible Curriculum in Public Schools.It is commonly believed that he was offered the role of "Sensei Jon Kreese" in the original The Karate Kid (1984). He reportedly turned it down, claiming he did not want his name connected with such a brutal and vicious character. This is, in fact, an urban legend; Norris himself has disputed it. While appearing on the February 9, 2006 episode of the radio show hosted by Adam Carolla, Norris stated that he was never offered the role at all.Both Michael Landon and Dan Blocker studied karate under him, as well as Blocker's children.As a child, his idol and favorite actor was John Wayne. Indeed, their on screen personas bear much in common. Both achieved their highest level of fame playing no nonsense good guys who were incorruptible and did whatever it took to make sure that justice was served and that the bad guys got what they deserved.6-time World Karate Champion; among those he faced for this title are fellow actors Joe Lewis and Steve Sanders.He is the Founder of the National Tang-Soo-Do Congress (NTC) and the United Fighting Arts Federation (UFAF). Chuck is also President of the latter.In 2005 he founded the World Combat League, a full-contact, team-based martial arts competition.2006: He began writing a column for the right-wing political publication WorldNetDaily. In his columns he has expressed his beliefs that, among other things, evolution doesn't exist, those who are troubled should turn to Christ and "true patriots" would not support a separation of church and state. In addition, he also speaks on behalf of organizations pushing for mandatory prayer in public schools.Portrayed by Ray Park in Li Xiao Long chuan qi (2008) (aka "The Legend of Bruce Lee") (TV series).Has a karate studio in Norfolk, Virginia.1/20/01: Attended the first inauguration of President George W. Bush along with fellow longtime Republican supporters Sylvester Stallone and Robert Duvall.He is a close friend of President George W. Bush and his father, former President George Bush.Despite their vast political differences, he is friends with actress and comedienne Whoopi Goldberg. He was so impressed with a performance of hers that he tried, unsuccessfully, to get her a role in his film Invasion U.S.A. (1985).Publicly condemned The Golden Compass (2007) as anti-Christian.He has English, with smaller amounts of Scottish, Welsh, and German, ancestry. He is also said to have Irish and Cherokee ancestry.He has played the same character (Cordell Walker) in three different television series: Walker, Texas Ranger (1993), Martial Law (1998) and Sons of Thunder (1999).Was a guest star on The Price Is Right Million Dollar Spectacular (2003) honoring Bob Barker's 80th birthday. Other celebrity guests included C��line Dion, Ray Romano, Charlie Sheen and Larry King.Was to appear in Delta Force 3: The Killing Game (1991), but he withdrew following the helicopter crash during the making of Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection (1990).12/12/01: Received "Veteran of the Year 2001" honor at the 6th Annual American Veteran Awards.Once went under Phil McGraw's training, and is his greatest student.Participated on the TV show The Contender (2005) with fellow action superstar Sylvester Stallone.Is a vocal secessionist.Declared his support for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in July 2016, and warned that Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton would destroy the United States if elected.Won in 2006 "The Jewish Humanitarian Man of the Year Award."Acting mentor and friends of Clarence Gilyard Jr. and Sheree J. Wilson.Eldest of three sons born to Ray and Wilma Norris. Chuck's brothers are Wieland Clyde Norris (born July 12, 1943; KIA in Vietnam on June 3, 1970) and Aaron Norris. Aaron is the youngest of the three. Wieland was attached to Company A, 2nd Battalion, 506th Infantry, 101st Airborne Division in Thua Thien Province, South Vietnam when he was killed from small arms fire just outside of Fire Support Base Ripcord. He was awarded the Silver Star posthumously and is buried at the Los Angeles National Cemetery.Publicly endorsed Mike Huckabee as his choice for Republican candidate in the 2008 presidential election.Release of his book, "Black Belt Patriotism: How to Reawaken America". (2008)Was the initial choice for the character of Red Forman on the Fox sitcom That '70s Show (1998), but was still filming Walker, Texas Ranger (1993), so he had to turn it down.Lives in Navasota, Texas with his family. (2009)Is a close friend of legendary writer and director John Milius, who was an uncredited co-screenwriter of Norris's movie Lone Wolf McQuade (1983). Milius credits this film, in part with inspiring him to craft the similar Extreme Prejudice (1987), four years later.Release of his autobiography, "Against All Odds: My Story" by Chuck with Ken Abraham. (2004) |
| Trademarks: |
Usually plays heroes who are good guys to the bone, and despite having punishing martial arts skills, would always rather find a better solution than fighting.
His beard
Red hair
Action movies
Uses taekwondo in his fight scenes |
| Quotes: |
Whatever luck I had, I made. I was never a natural athlete, but I paid my dues in sweat and concentration and took the time necessary to learn karate and become world champion.
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It's the bullies who are afraid, are the ones that do all the fighting. It's not the secure kids that get out there and fight. It's the insecure kids. And when you develop that security in these youngsters and all of a sudden they have no reason to fight . . . This is to me the most gratifying thing I've ever been able to do.
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Today, more than ever, the inspiration for the parts I play is found in you - our nation's men and women in uniform and the selfless contributions you make on a daily basis to keep our country safe and free. I salute you.
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I haven't always been warmly welcomed for holding my conservative positions in Hollywood. Then again, I've never been very good at being politically correct either, on or off screen. So why start now?
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For too many years I was in rebellion to God. Now I'm a rebel with a cause for God and for grassroots America. I no longer fit the mold. I'm not a liberal actor from Hollywood. I'm not politically correct, in my opinions or my practice. And though I'm concerned with what people think, I will not compromise the truth in any form to cater to others, even with religion and politics. Those who would merely brand me on the Right are oversimplifying and running from the real issue. |
| Salaries: |
An Eye for an Eye (1981) - $250,000
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A Force of One (1979) - $125,000
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Good Guys Wear Black (1978) - $40,000
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Breaker! Breaker! (1977) - $5,000 |
| Job title: |
Actor,Music Department,Producer |
| Others works: |
(1996) Book: "The Secret Power Within: Zen Solutions to Real Problems"
(1997) TV commercials: Infomercials for the Gazelle Total Gym (with Christie Brinkley).
(1993) Print ads: Right Guard Sport Stick deodorant,
(2007) TV commercials: Mountai |
| Spouse: |
Gena O'Kelly (November 28, 1998 - present) (2 children)Dianne Holechek (December 29, 1958 - 1989) (divorced, 2 children) |
| Children: |
Mike NorrisEric NorrisDanilee Kelly NorrisDakota Alan Norris |
| Parents: |
Ray Norris
Wilma Scarberry |
| Relatives: |
Wieland Clyde Norris (Sibling)
Aaron Norris (Sibling)
Hannah Norris (Grandchild)
Max Norris (Grandchild)
Greta Norris (Grandchild)
Camrynn Norris (Grandchild)
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