Chuck Norris was undoubtedly an American icon, a rugged-individualist fighter on- and off-screen who symbolized the international cultural influences, TV-star ubiquity, and B-movie campiness that defined a potent form of sweaty masculinity in the late 20th century.
"While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace. 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."