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Chuck Norris' Family Slams "Misleading" AI-Generated Posts About His Death

The family said fabricated posts about his death, health history and funeral attendees are untrue and asked people to trust only official sources.

  • On Wednesday, the family of late actor Chuck Norris used his Instagram account to denounce AI-generated posts circulating false narratives about his passing and personal life, just under two weeks after his March 19 death.
  • A viral Facebook photo depicted a fake funeral attended by stars like Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger, while posts also contained fabricated reports regarding Norris's health history and family relationships.
  • Addressing fabricated medical reports, the family stated, "These claims are entirely untrue," and urged fans not to share information "unless it comes directly from the Norris family or an official family representative."
  • In March, Zendaya appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where she addressed AI-generated images of her imagined wedding to Tom Holland, reflecting a broader trend of celebrities battling digital misinformation.
  • The Norris family continues to emphasize the need for verified sources to protect the late actor's legacy as public figures face increasing challenges managing their online image amid proliferating AI-generated content.
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Almost two weeks ago, Chuck Norris' family announced his death at the age of 86. The late actor's relatives spoke again on social media to push a big mouth to denounce rumours about the causes of his death.

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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
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