CBS Photo Archive / CBS via Getty Images Martial arts legend and actor Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86 following an unspecified medical emergency, his family has confirmed. In a statement Friday, the family said they want to keep the “circumstances private” but reassured fans that the actor was surrounded by loved ones at the time of his death. “We know many of you had heard about his recent hospitalization, and we are truly grateful for the prayers and support you sent his way,” the family said. Read more at The Daily Beast.