Action movie icon Chuck Norris was hospitalized in Hawaii on Thursday, March 19, following a medical emergency.
The incident occurred just days after celebrating his 86th birthday with an outdoor boxing session.
“The Missing in Action” actor was on the island of Kauai when the incident occurred. Although the nature of the medical emergency has not been disclosed yet, sources close TMZ stated that Norris is in “good spirits” and was cracking jokes with friends shortly before he was hospitalized.
The hospitalization came as a surprise to fans, especially after seeing Norris spar energetically in a video he posted on his Instagram account on March 10 celebrating his birthday. In the video, the martial artist was seen playfully throwing punches with his trainer under the sun in Hawaii.
In his birthday post, he wrote: “I’m not getting old. I’m leveling up. I’m 86 today! Nothing like some playful action on a sunny day to make you feel young. I’m grateful for another year, good health and the chance to keep doing what I love.”
“Thank you for being the best fans in the world. Your support over the years has meant more to me than you will ever know,” he added.
Norris is married to Gena O’Kelley, with whom he shares 24-year-old twins. From his previous relationships, he has five children.
