Priscilla Presley is remembering Chuck Norris with a heartfelt message following news of his passing.
Taking to social media, Presley honored the late martial artist and actor, reflecting on both their personal and professional connection.
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“I’m so sad to hear that my Karate instructor and friend Chuck Norris has passed away. He will be forever missed,” she wrote, alongside a photo of Norris.
Her tribute adds to the growing number of messages pouring in as fans and fellow celebrities remember the iconic figure, whose impact stretched far beyond Hollywood.
Norris’ family confirmed his passing in a statement, sharing that he died peacefully surrounded by loved ones.
“It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning,” they wrote, noting they would be keeping further details private.
Norris’ Family Shared the Sad News to His Instagram
The statement painted a picture of a man who was not only admired globally, but deeply cherished at home. “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.”
They went on to highlight his character, describing a life led with “faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved,” adding that his kindness and discipline inspired millions.
Shortly after the family’s statement, Norris’ daughter, Danilee Norris, shared her own emotional tribute, offering a deeply personal look at her relationship with her father.
The post also acknowledged how his fans weren’t just fans, there “were his friends.”
“I don’t think grief is a good enough word to describe the emotions my family and I are going through right now,” she wrote, adding that losing a parent is something “you are never prepared for.”
Danilee described Norris as her “protector” from the moment she was born and reflected on the deep love he showed throughout her life.
“He may have a warrior exterior, but his heart was so full of love,” she shared, emphasizing the compassion he passed down to his family.
She also expressed gratitude for the lessons he taught her, promising to carry on his legacy. “I promise I will always and forever try to make you proud… I love you forever,” she concluded.
News of Norris’ death came just one day after reports surfaced that he had been hospitalized following a medical emergency.
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Im still crying about his passing away its so heartbreaking because I loved all his movies he made. i watch plenty of reruns too lol. What his daughter said was flashbacks to me and it reminded me of my mom and dad and twin sister and older sister death is that I wasn’t prepared for none of there’s death either. I was grieving very hard fainting back to by because they was my love ones that I look up to as my Procter. And you never get over that im still grieving because my twin death anniversary is march 22nd will be coming up please 🙏🏾 for me.. and condolence to Chuck family members and wife. Rest in power of peace Mr. Norris ✝️🙏🏾💔🕊🪽🕊🪽🕊🪽🕊🪽🕊🕊🕊
RIP Chuck Norris. 💜💜💜💜