Chuck Norris facts are
satirical factoids about
martial artist and actor
Chuck Norris that have become an
Internet phenomenon and as a result have become widespread in
popular culture. The facts are normally absurd hyperbolic claims about Norris's toughness, attitude,
virility, sophistication, and
masculinity.
The facts typically claim that Norris is a tough, all-powerful super-being. Chuck Norris facts have spread around the world, leading not only to translated versions, but also spawning localized versions mentioning country-specific advertisements and other
Internet phenomena. Allusions are also sometimes made to his use of
roundhouse kicks to perform seemingly any task, his large amount of body hair with specific regard to his beard, and his role in the action television series
Walker, Texas Ranger.
Background
Chuck Norris Facts originally started appearing on the Internet in early 2005.
Conan O'Brien's Chuck Norris jokes on
Late Night with Conan O'Brien (which generally center on
Walker, Texas Ranger) have been seen as an inspiration for the fad. Chuck Norris Facts followed facts based on actors
Vin Diesel,
Mr. T, and
Bob Saget. The exaggerated style of these facts is similar to a recurring
Saturday Night Live sketch called "
Bill Brasky".
Due to the popularity of this phenomenon, similar jokes have been created for various other celebrities, as well as fictional characters. <!-- see older revisions of article -->
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