Born on March 10, 1940, in Ryan, Oklahoma, he is an American martial artist, actor, and cultural icon. Rising to fame in the 1970s and 1980s, he starred in action films like "Way of the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and "Missing in Action." Known for his stoic demeanor and martial arts prowess, he became a pop culture phenomenon with "Chuck Norris facts" memes. He also starred in the TV series "Walker, Texas Ranger" from 1993 to 2001. Beyond film, he is a philanthropist and author.