After Chuck Norris passed away in March, fake AI-generated posts about the actor began flooding the internet. The action star’s family is now asking fans not to share or believe any content they may see.
“We are aware that since Chuck’s passing, numerous AI-generated videos and posts have been circulating online containing false and misleading information about the circumstances of his death, his medical history, and who was present,” the family said in a statement posted to Chuck’s Instagram Stories on Wednesday.
The statement continued: “These claims are completely false. They include fabricated reports about past medical issues and false narratives about family relationships.”
“We ask that you do not believe or share any information unless it comes directly from the Norris family or an authorized representative of the family,” they concluded. “Thank you for your understanding and for continuing to keep our family in your thoughts and prayers.”
Although the family did not say which post it was referring to, one notable AI image that circulated after Norris’ death depicts his funeral, including a fake depiction of actors such as Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jackie Chan, Bruce Willis and Mel Gibson gathered in front of his casket.
Variety previously reported that “Texas Ranger Walker” passed away on March 19 due to personal reasons, his family confirmed in a statement posted on Instagram. He was 86 years old.
“It is with great sadness that my family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning,” the statement read.
Norris is survived by his second wife, Gina O’Kelly, sons Eric, Mike, and Dakota, daughters Danilee and Dina, and 13 grandchildren.
