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Carlos Ray "Chuck" Norris (born March 10, 1940) is an American , actor, film producer, screenwriter, and conservative activist. A veteran who began studying during his service in , Norris achieved competitive success as a six-time undefeated Professional Champion from 1968 to 1974, compiling a record of 183 wins, 10 losses, and 2 draws. He holds black belts in , (eighth degree), (third degree), and , and founded his own hybrid style, Chun Kuk Do, which emphasizes self-discipline and practical . Norris transitioned to acting in the late 1960s, gaining prominence through roles alongside in films like (1972) and starring in action movies such as (1986) and its sequel, before achieving widespread fame as Cordell Walker in the long-running CBS series (1993–2001), which emphasized moral themes and law enforcement. His on-screen persona as an indomitable hero contributed to his status as a , amplified by the viral "" internet memes portraying him as supernaturally tough. Beyond entertainment, Norris has authored books on and , supported veterans' causes, and advocated conservative positions on issues like and Second Amendment rights.

Name

Etymology and meaning

Chuck is a masculine used primarily in English-speaking countries as a or for . The name derives from the karl or karal, meaning "free man" or "man," reflecting its Germanic roots in denoting a person of non-servile status. This etymology traces back to the Frankish leader (c. 742–814), whose Latinized name Carolus Magnus popularized the form across Europe. The specific nickname "" emerged in the United States, gaining traction in the 19th and early 20th centuries, though its application to Charles drew from the pre-existing English "," meaning "dear" or "darling." This affectionate usage appears in William Shakespeare's (c. 1611), where a addresses a child as "Thou art a , I love thee," illustrating "" as a pet name independent of any proper name derivation. Unlike common diminutives such as "" or "," which phonetically shorten Charles, "" likely arose through rhyming association or playful extension of the endearment to fill a gap for a concise, one-syllable variant suited to informal contexts. As a standalone name, conveys connotations of familiarity, robustness, and approachability, often evoking images of tied to its "free man" root, though it lacks independent etymological meaning beyond its link to . Its popularity as a peaked mid-20th century in the U.S., influenced by figures like aviator (1923–2020), but it retains the core semantic essence of autonomy and strength from the original Germanic source.

Historical usage as a nickname

"Chuck" emerged as an English in the late , derived from the verb "chukken," meaning to cluck or make a soft noise, akin to affectionate vocalizations. employed "chuck" in this sense in (circa 1606), addressing as "dear chuck" to convey tenderness. This usage predates its specific linkage to personal names, functioning instead as a generic pet name similar to "" or "dear" in dialects. By the , "Chuck" began transitioning into a for in American contexts, filling a gap for a concise, one-syllable variant amid established two-syllable options like "." One early prominent bearer was (1852–1913), a underworld figure and performer whose was O'Connor; his adoption of "Chuck" as a moniker, possibly inspired by his pitching style or local , helped popularize it independently of . Concurrently, phonetic echoes of "Chukken" for (circa 1150–1500) may have reinforced the association in colloquial speech, though direct textual evidence for "Chuck" as a nickname remains anecdotal until the late 1800s. The nickname gained traction in the United States during the early , reflecting broader trends in informal American naming where or sound-alike substitutions prevailed over strict derivations. Unlike in , where "Charlie" dominated, "" became prevalent among Americans named , as evidenced by its rising frequency in U.S. records peaking mid-century. This divergence highlights regional linguistic evolution, with "Chuck" evoking a rugged, straightforward suited to figures in , and labor, such as early 20th-century baseball players and musicians who adopted it professionally.

Real people

Entertainment and performing arts

Chuck Norris, born Carlos Ray Norris on March 10, 1940, rose to fame as an actor leveraging his martial arts expertise in action films and television. His breakthrough came in The Way of the Dragon (1972), where he portrayed Colt opposite Bruce Lee, showcasing hand-to-hand combat scenes that highlighted his black belt proficiency in karate and other disciplines. Norris starred in numerous action vehicles, including Code of Silence (1985), which earned critical praise for his portrayal of a dedicated Chicago police officer, and led the CBS series Walker, Texas Ranger from 1993 to 2001, playing Cordell Walker, a Texas Ranger combating crime with martial arts and moral conviction, amassing 203 episodes. Chuck Connors, born Kevin Joseph Aloysius Connors on April 10, 1921, in Brooklyn, New York, transitioned from to , achieving stardom in television. Best known for embodying widowed rancher Lucas McCain in (1958–1963), a role that spanned 225 episodes and emphasized and through innovative rapid-fire rifle sequences, Connors appeared in over 50 films, including (1973) alongside . His athletic background as a Major League player for teams like the Chicago Cubs (1949) and a Boston Celtics player informed his rugged on-screen persona. Connors died on November 10, 1992, from and . Chuck McCann, born Charles John Thomas McCann on September 2, 1934, in Brooklyn, New York, built a career as a zany comedian, actor, and voice performer, particularly in children's programming and animation. He hosted live kids' shows in New York during the 1950s and 1960s, featuring slapstick sketches and impersonations, before gaining national recognition as the voice of Sonny the Cuckoo Bird in Nestlé's Cocoa Puffs commercials, delivering the iconic line "I'm cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs!" starting in the 1960s. McCann acted in films such as The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter (1968) and provided voices for animated series including DuckTales (1987–1990) and Looney Tunes revivals, while appearing in live-action roles on shows like Columbo. He died on April 8, 2018, from congestive heart failure at age 83.

Music

Chuck Berry (October 18, 1926 – March 18, 2017) was an singer, guitarist, and songwriter who pioneered through innovative guitar riffs, energetic stage performances, and lyrics blending car culture, youth rebellion, and everyday life. His 1955 single "" marked an early fusion of , , and R&B, influencing generations of musicians including and . Berry's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986 recognized his role in shaping the genre's foundational sound. Chuck Mangione (November 29, 1940 – July 24, 2025) was an American flugelhornist, trumpeter, and composer known for his melodic, accessible style that bridged traditional with pop audiences. His 1977 instrumental "Feels So Good" reached number four on the and earned Grammy nominations, selling over two million copies. Mangione won 14 Grammy nominations across his career, often performing in his signature fedora, and collaborated with the early on before leading his own ensembles. Chuck D, born Carlton Douglas Ridenhour (August 1, 1960), is an American rapper and producer best known as the leader of the group , formed in 1985, which emphasized political activism and Black empowerment through dense, sampled production and confrontational lyrics. 's 1988 debut It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back sold over a million copies and featured tracks like "Don't Believe the Hype," critiquing media narratives. Chuck D has advocated for digital music distribution since the 1990s and co-founded supergroups like . Chuck Brown (August 22, 1936 – May 16, 2012) was an American guitarist, singer, and bandleader dubbed the "Godfather of Go-Go" for inventing the genre in , during the 1970s by extending grooves with percussion-heavy breaks and call-and-response vocals to sustain audience dancing. His 1978 album Bustin' Loose topped R&B charts for nine weeks, featuring the title track that became a regional anthem. Brown's style rooted in , Latin, and influenced D.C.'s local music scene, earning him a Heritage Fellowship in 2010. Chuck Schuldiner (May 13, 1967 – December 13, 2001) was an American guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter who founded the death metal band Death in 1983, establishing the genre's hallmarks of rapid tempos, growled vocals, complex riffs, and technical proficiency. Death's 1987 debut Scream Bloody Gore and subsequent albums like Leprosy (1988) and Symbolic (1995) evolved from raw aggression to progressive elements, influencing extreme metal subgenres. Schuldiner battled brain cancer from 1999 until his death, after which tributes highlighted his innovation as death metal's architect.

Sports

Chuck Bednarik (May 1, 1925 – March 21, 2015) was an player who played both offense and defense for the from 1949 to 1962, earning eight selections and two championships. Nicknamed "Concrete Charlie" for his tenacious tackling, he was a consensus five times and was inducted into the in 1967. Chuck Howley (born June 28, 1936) was a linebacker who played for the from 1961 to 1973 after brief stints with the , recording 25 interceptions and earning six nods. He became the first player from a losing team to win in following the 1970 season, and was inducted into the in 2023. Charles "Chuck" Cooper (September 1, 1922 – February 5, 1980) broke barriers in basketball as the first African American player drafted by an NBA team, selected by the Boston Celtics in the second round on April 25, 1950. He averaged 3.4 points over four NBA seasons with the Celtics, Milwaukee Hawks, and Fort Wayne Pistons, and was posthumously inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2019. Chuck Taylor (1900–1969) was a semi-professional basketball player and coach who played 11 seasons in the early 20th century, including with the Columbus Bull Dogs and as player-manager for the Converse All-Stars team starting in the mid-1920s. As a Converse salesman from 1921, he promoted the All Star shoe, leading to its redesign in his name; he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1968 for contributions to the sport's promotion. Chuck Connors (April 10, 1921 – November 10, 1992), born Kevin Joseph Aloysius Connors, was one of only 13 athletes to play in both and the NBA, appearing in one game for the in 1949 and 67 games for the Chicago Cubs in 1951 while suiting up for the and other teams in the from 1946 to 1948.

Politics and public service

Charles Ellis "Chuck" Schumer (born November 23, 1950) has served as a senator from since January 3, 1999, following his election in 1998; he previously represented New York's 9th and 10th congressional districts in the from January 3, 1981, to January 3, 1999. Schumer assumed the role of on January 20, 2021, after Democrats gained control of the chamber, marking the first time a held the position. His legislative priorities have included banking regulation, such as co-sponsoring the , and infrastructure funding, though critics have attributed certain economic policies to his influence without direct causal evidence. Charles Ernest "Chuck" Grassley (born September 17, 1933) has represented in the United States since December 27, 1980, following appointment to a vacancy and subsequent elections; he became of the on January 3, 2025. Grassley's career spans over four decades in federal office, preceded by service in the from 1959 to 1975 and the from 1973 to 1974, emphasizing and oversight of federal agencies. Charles Timothy "Chuck" Hagel (born October 4, 1946) served as a senator from from January 7, 1997, to January 3, 2009, after defeating incumbent Democrat in 1996; he later held the position of Secretary of Defense from February 27, 2013, to February 28, 2015, under President . As a , Hagel focused on foreign relations, serving as a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and advocated for troop drawdowns in based on post-invasion realities rather than preemptive assumptions. Charles Spittal "Chuck" Robb (born June 26, 1939) served as the 64th from January 12, 1982, to January 14, 1986, and as a senator from from January 3, 1989, to January 3, 2001, following his election in and reelection in 1994. A and Marine Corps veteran, Robb prioritized and during his governorship, contributing to Virginia's budget surplus through spending controls amid revenue growth. Charles Joseph "Chuck" Fleischmann (born October 11, 1962) has represented in the as a since January 3, 2011, and was appointed chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on and Development for the 119th . His service emphasizes conservative fiscal policies and support for national defense spending. Charles Douglas "Chuck" Edwards (born July 20, 1969) has served as a representative from since January 3, 2023, following his election in 2022 as a . Edwards previously held local offices, including as a county commissioner, focusing on rural infrastructure and economic issues.

Military and aviation

Charles Elwood "Chuck" Yeager enlisted in the United States Army Air Forces as a private on September 12, 1941, and trained as an aircraft mechanic before earning his pilot wings in March 1943. Assigned to the 363rd Fighter Squadron of the 357th Fighter Group in , Yeager flew the P-51 Mustang during , achieving status by downing 11.5 enemy aircraft, including five Bf 109s in a single mission on October 12, 1944, for which he received the . Shot down over in March 1944, he evaded capture with aid and returned to combat after approved his reinstatement despite standard policy barring repatriated pilots from flying. Postwar, Yeager joined the Flight Test Division at Muroc Army Air Field (later ) in 1946, testing experimental aircraft amid the emerging emphasis on high-speed flight. On October 14, 1947, flying the rocket plane dropped from a B-29 bomber, Yeager became the first human to exceed the in level flight, reaching 1.06 at 42,000 feet despite a broken from a horse-riding two days prior; the U.S. classified the achievement until June 1948 to maintain a technological edge. This milestone validated theoretical aerodynamic models and advanced transonic and supersonic research, influencing subsequent military jet designs like the F-86 Sabre. Yeager commanded the Flight Test Center at Edwards from 1954 to 1957 and the Research Pilot School from 1959 to 1961, training pilots for spaceflights including NASA's X-15 program, where he piloted the aircraft to altitudes over 100,000 feet and speeds approaching Mach 7 between 1959 and 1962. During the , he flew 64 combat missions in 1966 as commander of the 388th Tactical Fighter Wing, though his F-105 Thunderchief was damaged by ground fire. Promoted to in 1969, Yeager later directed safety for the Inspection and Safety Center until his 1975 retirement, having logged over 10,000 flight hours across more than 180 aircraft types. His career exemplified empirical in , prioritizing data-driven modifications over unverified assumptions, as seen in his advocacy for reinforced aircraft structures based on crash pattern analyses.

Business and other fields

Charles O. "Chuck" Prince III served as chairman and of Inc. from November 2003 until his resignation on November 4, 2007, following significant losses tied to the . During his tenure, expanded aggressively into and alternative investments, but faced criticism for practices, including Prince's July 2007 comment that the firm would continue "dancing" while the music played in securitized finance markets. Charles H. "Chuck" Robbins has been chair and chief executive officer of Systems since July 26, 2015, succeeding John Chambers. Prior to this, Robbins joined in and advanced through roles in sales, worldwide field operations, and as senior vice president for worldwide field operations. Under his leadership, has focused on cybersecurity, , and hybrid work solutions, with the company reporting fiscal 2024 revenue of $53.8 billion. In September 2023, Robbins was elected chair of the , a group representing major U.S. corporations. Charles F. " co-founded Duty Free Shoppers in 1960 with Robert Miller, pioneering airport duty-free retail and amassing a fortune estimated at nearly $8 billion by the . He secretly channeled most of his wealth into via The Atlantic Philanthropies, founded in 1982, donating approximately $8 billion to causes in , health, and civil rights across , the U.S., and other nations before the foundation closed in 2020, having given away substantially all assets by age 85 in keeping with his "Giving While Living" philosophy. Feeney died on October 9, 2023, at age 92. Charles M. "Chuck" Geschke co-founded Systems Inc. on December 15, 1982, with , former colleagues at PARC, to commercialize , a that revolutionized . As co-chairman and president until 2000, Geschke oversaw key developments including the 1993 release of and the PDF format, which standardized digital document portability and contributed to Adobe's growth into a software giant with 2020 revenue exceeding $12 billion. He remained co-chairman until 2017 and received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation in 2006. Geschke died on April 16, 2021, at age 81.

Fictional characters

Television and film

Charles Irving "" Bartowski is the central character in the spy comedy-drama series , which aired from October 24, 2007, to January 27, 2012, across five seasons and 91 episodes. Portrayed by , Bartowski is depicted as a 27-year-old underachieving computer specialist working at the Buy More electronics store in , whose life changes when he receives an encrypted email from a former college classmate containing the entire U.S. intelligence database, known as the "Intersect," which embeds government secrets in his brain, enabling him to access via visual "flashes." Recruited by CIA agent Sarah Walker and NSA operative John Casey, Bartowski balances covert operations with his civilian life, evolving from a reluctant asset to a skilled operative while navigating personal relationships and threats from international spies. In the film (2000), directed by , portrays Chuck Noland, a executive whose obsessive focus on efficiency and defines his pre-crash life. Following a cargo plane crash in the on , 1995—depicted as occurring during a flight from to —Noland survives four years alone on a deserted island, resorting to cannibalism of a deceased co-pilot, crafting tools from wreckage, and befriending a volleyball named for psychological companionship amid severe isolation. Upon rescue in 1999, Noland grapples with reintegration into society and the loss of his fiancée Kelly Frears, who has remarried and had a child during his absence; the film earned Hanks an Academy Award nomination for and grossed $429 million worldwide. Charles Bartholomew "Chuck" Bass serves as a primary antagonist-turned-antihero in the CW series , which ran from September 19, 2007, to December 17, 2012, over six seasons and 121 episodes, adapted from Cecily von Ziegesar's novels. Played by , Bass is the wealthy, hedonistic heir to Bass Industries, residing on Manhattan's , characterized by his ruthless business tactics, serial infidelity, and turbulent romance with , marked by events such as his attempted on in the pilot episode and multiple betrayals involving rings and corporate . Bass's arc includes overcoming from an abusive father, Bart Bass, and briefly losing his fortune in Season 4 before reclaiming control, culminating in marriage to Waldorf and the birth of their son Henry. Charles Lindbergh "Chuck" McGill Jr. appears as a key figure in the series , a to that aired from February 8, 2015, to August 15, 2022, across six seasons. Portrayed by , McGill is a founding partner of the Hamlin, Hamlin & McGill (HHM) law firm in , suffering from severe that confines him to a low-tech environment without electricity, leading to his resignation from the firm on October 31, 2016, after conflicts with his brother Jimmy (). McGill's professional jealousy toward Jimmy's unorthodox legal practices contributes to his mental decline, resulting in his suicide by igniting a fire in his home with a on May 15, 2004, after proceedings expose his attempts against Jimmy's clients. Chuck Shurley, initially presented as a disheveled and author of the "" book series chronicling the brothers' hunts, is a recurring character in series , which spanned 15 from September 13, 2005, to November 19, 2020. Played by , Shurley first appears in the episode "The Monster at the End of This Book" (aired May 7, 2009), where his visions derive from writing the brothers' real-life exploits under the pseudonym Carver Edlund; later revealed as (the entity ) in 11's "" (May 25, 2016), he manipulates creation as a flawed seeking entertainment through human suffering, fathering angels and , before being stripped of powers by Amara in the series finale on November 19, 2020.

Literature, comics, and animation

In literature, Charles "Chuck" Krantz serves as the protagonist of King's 2020 novella The Life of Chuck, included in the collection and expanded into a standalone published on , 2024, which narrates his life in reverse chronological order from death to childhood, emphasizing themes of mortality and everyday significance. appears as a supporting character in Cecily von Ziegesar's young adult novel series (2002–2012), depicted as a privileged, manipulative heir to Bass Industries whose antagonistic relationships drive much of the interpersonal drama among elite teens. In comics, Charles "Chuck" Clayton is a key supporting character in , introduced as a talented artist and athlete at High School, often assisting protagonist with his drawings while participating in sports under his father, Coach Clayton. Chuck Billy, the lead character in the Brazilian comic series Chuck Billy 'n' Folks (originally Trapalhadas de Chuck Billy), created by in 1974 as a from Monica's Gang, portrays a rural Brazilian boy engaging in humorous misadventures with friends Franjinha and Bifinho, reflecting simple countryside life. In animation, Chuck is the yellow triangular bird in the Angry Birds franchise, debuting in the 2009 mobile game and appearing in animated shorts, the 2016 film , and subsequent media as a hot-tempered, super-speedy protagonist who aids in defending Bird Island from the pigs. The titular character of the Canadian animated series The Adventures of Chuck and Friends (2010–2012), produced by Studios and , is a young red who idolizes his older brother Biggs and learns moral lessons about and through vehicular escapades with his truck family and friends.

Video games

Chuck Greene serves as the playable protagonist in (released September 28, 2010, for and ), a game developed by , where he is depicted as a former champion and mechanic desperately seeking Zombrex, an , to save his infected daughter Katey amid an outbreak in the fictional Fortune City casino resort. He first appears in the standalone episode : Case Zero (August 2010, ), set in the rural town of Still Creek, establishing his backstory as a widowed father framed for his wife's murder. Greene returns in : Case West (December 2010, ) as a co-operative ally to Frank West investigating Phenotrans corporate conspiracies, and makes cameo appearances in (2013) as a contact and in : (2011) as an antagonist in an alternate narrative branch. In the series, first released December 11, 2009, for by , Chuck is a core member of the protagonist flock, characterized as a , triangular-shaped with hyperactive speed abilities activated by player taps during slingshot launches to demolish pig fortifications. His design emphasizes rapid acceleration, making him effective against wooden structures and airborne targets, and he features prominently across mainline titles like (2009), (2015), and spin-offs such as (2013, originally Facebook-exclusive). Chargin' Chucks are recurring enemy characters introduced in (November 13, 1990, for ), developed by , portrayed as bulky clad in gear who perform charging tackles and ground pounds against and . They appear in football-themed levels like the "Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy" castle and have been featured in later games including Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga (2003), (2019), and (2019) events such as the Los Angeles Tour (February 2022). Chuck Rock is the player-controlled hero of the Chuck Rock (1991, Amiga and Atari ST; ports to Sega Genesis, SNES, and others in 1992), developed by , who navigates prehistoric levels using rock-throwing, belly-flop attacks, and dino-riding mechanics to rescue his mate from Gary Gritter. A sequel, Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck (1992), continues the stone-age adventure with similar brawling gameplay.

Other uses

Media titles

Chuck is an American action-comedy spy-drama television series created by and Chris Fedak that aired on from October 24, 2007, to January 27, 2012, spanning five seasons and 91 episodes. The plot centers on , a computer repair employee played by , who accidentally downloads a database of secrets into his via an , drawing him into alongside CIA agent Sarah Walker () and NSA agent John Casey (). The series received critical acclaim for its blend of humor, action, and character development, achieving an 8.2/10 rating on from over 152,000 user reviews and a 90% approval on based on 96 reviews. Chuck is also a 2016 American biographical sports drama film directed by Philippe Falardeau, focusing on the life of heavyweight boxer Chuck Wepner, portrayed by Liev Schreiber. The story depicts Wepner's 1975 fight against Muhammad Ali, which lasted 15 rounds and inspired the Rocky franchise, alongside his personal struggles with fame, addiction, and family. Co-starring Elisabeth Moss as Wepner's wife and Naomi Watts as a mistress, the film premiered at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival and earned a 6.5/10 IMDb rating from over 7,000 reviews, with critics noting Schreiber's performance as a highlight in a 68/100 Metacritic score from 29 reviews.

Common terms and phrases

In informal English, particularly and variants, "chuck" as a verb commonly means to throw something in a casual or careless manner, often implying a light or underhand toss. This usage dates back to at least the and is frequently employed in everyday speech for discarding items, as in "chuck it away" or "chuck it out," signifying to dispose of or reject something unwanted. Extended slang phrases include "chuck up," which refers to , a prevalent in since the early 20th century. Similarly, "chuck in" denotes giving up or resigning from an activity or job, as in "chuck in the towel," a variant of the for conceding defeat, though "chuck" here emphasizes abrupt abandonment. In , "chuck a sickie" means to feign illness to avoid work or obligations, a phrase documented in colloquial usage since the mid-20th century. "Chuck" also serves as a term of endearment, akin to "dear" or "love," especially in Northern English dialects, as in "alright, chuck," used familiarly in address since Shakespearean times. Phrases like "give someone the chuck" mean to end a romantic relationship or dismiss someone summarily, emerging in late 19th-century slang. Weather-related idioms include "chucking it down," describing heavy rainfall in British vernacular. Less commonly, "chuck under the " implies a gentle pat or affectionate tap, often toward children or pets. These expressions vary regionally, with usage leaning toward the throw/discardsense and / toward slangier extensions, but all stem from the core notion of tossing or ejecting.

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