Akshay Kumar pays tribute to Chuck Norris, calls him a guiding force

Akshay shared how Chuck Norris has played a vital role in his journey. Crediting Norris, the 'Bhooth Bangla' star said that the late icon was instrumental in helping him cultivate a sense of discipline.

Bollywood’s ‘Khiladi’ Akshay Kumar offered his condolences following the death of Hollywood legend Chuck Norris. The six-time undefeated World Professional Middleweight Karate Champion had been undergoing treatment at a hospital in ⁠Hawaii.

In a post on X, Akshay Kumar shared how Chuck Norris has played a vital role in his journey. Crediting Norris, the Bhooth Bangla star said that the late icon was instrumental in helping him cultivate a sense of discipline.

"Growing up as a martial artist, watching Chuck Norris in Way of the Dragon, Missing in Action and many more wasn't just entertainment...it was education. The discipline, strength, and that effortless command he brought on screen stayed with me. Grateful for the inspiration that shaped a part of me," wrote Akshay Kumar.

Hollywood is mourning the loss of Chuck Norris, who died at the age of 86. Famous for his martial arts skills and his long-running lead in Walker, Texas Ranger, the actor's death was confirmed by his family through a statement shared on his Instagram handle.

"It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning. While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that his family surrounded him and was at peace," wrote the family on their Instagram handle.

Earlier, Sylvester Stallone condoled the demise of the actor Chuck Norris. Sharing a throwback photo, he remembered his good old days with the actor. Both have worked together in the film The Expendables 2.

"I had a great time working with Chuck. He was an All-American in every way. Great man and my condolences to his wonderful family," wrote 'The Italian Stallion’.

Norris starred in more than two dozen films portraying silent loners, soldiers, lawmen, ‌veterans and all-American heroes who captured criminals, released prisoners of ​war, rescued hostages and battled terrorists.

With his roundhouse kicks he fought martial arts icon Bruce Lee in Rome's Colosseum in his 1973 film debut The Way of the Dragon. Along with actor Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bruce Willis he helped defeat villain Jean-Claude Van Damme in the 2012 blockbuster The Expendables 2.