Action icon and martial arts master Chuck Norris was rushed to a hospital on the island of Kauai following a sudden medical emergency on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
The 86 year old star was reportedly on the island for training and had been seen in high spirits just one day prior to the incident.
A friend who spoke with Norris on Wednesday, March 18, described the actor as upbeat and cracking jokes, suggesting the medical event came on quite suddenly.
While the specific nature of the emergency has not been disclosed by his representatives or the medical facility, sources close to the star have informed outlets like TMZ that he is currently stable.
Norris is reportedly maintaining a positive attitude while under medical supervision, which many fans have noted is consistent with his famously resilient persona.
The health scare occurred only nine days after Norris celebrated his 86th birthday on March 10.
To mark the milestone, he had shared a video of himself sparring with a trainer, which he captioned with the phrase that he does not age but rather levels up.
Norris remains one of the most respected figures in martial arts history, holding black belts in multiple disciplines and having founded his own system, Chun Kuk Do.
Fans across social media have flooded his accounts with well wishes, citing his long history of physical fitness and discipline as reasons for optimism regarding his recovery.
Hospital officials and family members have requested privacy as they monitor his condition and determine the next steps for his care.