Chuck Norris is one of the most active celebrities of his generation. The 82-year-old created a profession out of acting and marital arts, and millions of people still adore him now.

But his mother may always be the most important person in Norris’ life.

Chuck Norris is well-known to the general public due to his multiple martial arts triumphs, vast collection of belts, and acting career. Perhaps the labels he is most proud of are those of adoring son and loyal spouse!

He constantly mentions Wilma Norris, the actor’s mother, and the influence she had on his life.

He has spoken about her remarkable strength of character in raising three sons alone during a time when the world was not kind to single mothers.

On Mother’s Day last year, the actor paid tribute to both his mother and his wife Gena, praising them for their significant influences in his life.

I treasure and enjoy spending time with my mother, Wilma Norris Knight. There aren’t enough words to describe my feelings for her.

To discover more about her life and my youth, read her book “Acts of Kindness.” On my website, you can purchase a copy with her signature.

His mother’s birthday also happened to fall on the same day, and she turned 100, prompting her son to add, “I love you, Mom!” “Congratulations on your 100th birthday!”

Chuck has frequently mentioned how his mother is still an active member of the community and a frequent pray-er! He stated that she prayed for his career’s success but went on to say, “She even prayed for me to find a woman to alter my life, and it succeeded.”

Wilma overcame adversity to get to where she is now. She was born in an impoverished household. Later in life, she battled but managed to raise her three sons on her alone after their father, her spouse, abandoned the family early on.

Happy Mother’s Day! In addition, I’d like to thank my gorgeous wife and mother for being such wonderful mothers and wives. Mom and Gena, I love you both more than words can convey.

She was, nonetheless, able to raise three boys on her own. educating them on faith and aiding them in being self-sufficient so that they understand that nothing is impossible.

As a result of her faith in her children and imparting such determination, Chuck Norris launched a tremendously successful career as a martial artist in Hollywood.

The actor has always put his family first. He married Gena in 1998, and the couple had a child in 2001.

His wife had arthritic symptoms ten years into their marriage. She was scheduled for an MRI as well as other tests and treatments, but everything backfired. This rendered her ill, and she needed 24-hour nursing care to get back to her old healthy self.

Chuck accepted the challenge. “My entire existence right now revolves around keeping her alive,” he explained.

The family guy prioritized his wife’s treatment and remained by her side throughout her illness, putting his job on hold.

Wilma Norris, the Norris family matriarch, was 101 years old in May of this year. Her son Chuck was the first to post about it in celebration of his mother’s life thus far. “Happy Birthday Mom!” stated the caption of the post. 101 YEARS OLD! WOW! There are no words to express how much I adore and value you. Thank you so much for everything you’ve done for us over the many years that God has blessed us together.”

Chuck has always been open about his feelings for his mother, letting everyone know how important she is to him. His deep affection for her derives from her childhood, as he recently stated in an interview, “When I was born, I almost died from problems.” She was back home praying for my prosperity and salvation when I was on the verge of losing my soul to Hollywood a few decades ago.”

Wilma Norris’ life was not easy. She grew up in such poverty that she became a state kid at the age of eight.

She spent two years in a hospital receiving treatment for a rare condition. She grew up, met Ray, married, and had three children. Ray was a World War II vet who returned to the United States with a missing arm and a drinking problem.

His alcoholism made it difficult for him to keep a job. He was unable to maintain his family financially. Wilma decided to relocate herself and her three sons to Wilson, Oklahoma.

Even though it was the Great Depression, Chuck has frequently shared with fans how her mother’s faith never wavered and she always believed things would get better.

“Mum has been an inspiration of endurance and faith her entire life,” the actor said of his mother. She has also lost two spouses, a stepson, two grandsons, and my younger brother Wieland in the Vietnam War. She’s had cancer several times and had around 30 different operations for various ailments, and she’s still alive to tell the tale.”

Wilma made a rare visit on Mike Huckabee’s show in 2012 to discuss her life and family. Regarding what made her parenting successful, she said she observed prayer time daily with her sons and made sure everyone attended church regularly.

“Give them loads of love,” she told new parents. You should take them to church and Sunday school. But, as you can see, God did not give us our children. He just lent them to us for a short time.”

Wilma Norris is a true inspiration. The Norris family matriarch is still going strong at 101 years old.