The legendary Chuck Norris has sadly passed away.
Martial artist and actor Norris, 86, died “surrounded by his family and at peace,” according to a family statement.
Norris developed a reputation as the quintessential iconic action hero. He appeared in countless movies and television shows following his debut credited screen role in 1972.
But which of Norris’ roles were his most iconic? Let’s take a look through the five that stand out most.
Major Scott McCoy (The Delta Force and The Delta Force 2)
Chuck Norris played Major Scott McCoy in 1986’s action classic “The Delta Force.” He reprised the role in its 1990 sequel, “Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection.”
McCoy is the deputy commander of the eponymous Delta Force, an elite anti-terrorism unit.
IMDb’s plot description of “The Delta Force” reads, “After a plane is hijacked by terrorists, The Delta Force is sent in to resolve the crisis.”
The sequel’s plot description reads, “When DEA agents are taken captive by a ruthless South American kingpin, the Delta Force is reunited to rescue them in this sequel to the 1986 film.”
J.J. “Lone Wolf” McQuade (Lone Wolf McQuade)
Chuck Norris played the eponymous J.J. “Lone Wolf” McQuade in 1983’s neo-Western action flick “Lone Wolf McQuade.”
McQuade is a rugged, bearded Texas Ranger and former United States Marine.
The IMDb plot description for the movie reads, “After helping the local police with some horse thieves, a Texas Ranger aims at a drug lord with arms trade as well. They’re interested in the same woman and they’re both into martial arts.”
Colonel James Braddock (Missing in Action)
Chuck Norris played Colonel James Braddock in 1984’s action film “Missing in Action.”
Braddock is a tough Vietnam veteran on a solo mission to rescue American prisoners of war.
IMDb’s description of the movie’s plot reads, “Colonel Braddock launches a mission deep into the jungles of Vietnam to find the POW camp that he escaped from and free the Americans still held captive there.”
Colt (Way of the Dragon)
Chuck Norris played Colt in 1972’s Hong Kong martial arts comedy movie “Way of the Dragon.” It was originally released in the United States as “Return of the Dragon.” While Norris physically portrayed the character, Colt was voiced by Jack Moore.
Colt is a world-class martial artist who challenges Bruce Lee’s Tang Lung in the movie’s iconic Colosseum fight scene.
Per IMDb, the movie’s synopsis reads, “A country bumpkin martial artist visits his relatives in Rome, Italy, where he must defend them and their restaurant against harassment from brutal gangsters.”
Cordell Walker (Walker, Texas Ranger)
In his most iconic role, Chuck Norris played the titular Cordell Walker in the action crime television series “Walker, Texas Ranger,” from 1993 until 2001.
Walker is a no-nonsense Texas Ranger who dispenses justice with martial arts, a strict moral code, and epic one-liners.
The IMDb synopsis of the series reads, “Cordell Walker and his partner James Trivette are Texas Rangers who make it their business to battle crime in Dallas and all through the state of Texas.”
Norris’ legacy as a bona fide action legend absolutely ensures he won’t be forgotten. His other notable movie credits include 1986’s “Firewalker,” 1991’s “The Hitman,” 2004’s “Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story,” and 2012’s “The Expendables 2.” On television, he has also appeared in shows like “Sons of Thunder,” “Martial Law,” “The Goldbergs,” and “Hawaii Five-0” (per IMDb).
May Chuck Norris rest in eternal peace.
