TMZ broke the news on Thursday but could not provide details regarding the nature of the emergency. However, they noted that he was in good spirits.
“Sources with direct knowledge tell us … some medical emergency occurred in the last 24 hours on the island of Kauai that landed Chuck in the hospital,” the outlet reported.
TMZ adds that the incident must have happened quickly, as they were informed that the 86-year-old was training on the island as of Wednesday.
Norris celebrated his birthday earlier this month and commemorated it with an Instagram video showing him sparring with a trainer. He looked strong and healthy in the clip.
“I’m 86 today! Nothing like some playful action on a sunny day to make you feel young,” he wrote in the caption. “I’m grateful for another year, good health and the chance to keep doing what I love.
The ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ actor is pretty active on the platform, where he has 2.8 million followers. He often shares updates on his activities and also buys into the legendary jokes about his strength and invincibility.
Chuck Norris turned 86 just over a week ago, joking that he doesn’t age—he levels up. Now, he’s recovering from a medical emergency in Hawaii.
The details are scarce, but the reports say he’s in good spirits. And if anyone can level up from a hospital bed, it’s Chuck Norris.