He Mourns the Loss of His Ex-Wife Dianne Holechek - He Mourns the Loss of His Ex-Wife Dianne Holechek
Dianne Holechek, the former wife of martial artist and actor Chuck Norris, has died at the age of 84. She passed away peacefully at her home in Texas after a long struggle with dementia. Norris and their family have shared their grief while remembering her as a devoted mother and cherished friend.
Chuck Norris and Dianne Holechek first met in high school and married young. Their union lasted 30 years before they divorced but remained close friends. Norris later described her as kind, intelligent, and someone who embraced life fully.
Together, they raised two sons, Mike and Eric Norris. Mike followed his father’s path into acting and stunt work. Eric, meanwhile, began in motorsports before shifting to stunt coordination. Her passing was confirmed by Mike Norris, who shared that she died at home in Texas. Chuck Norris also announced her death in a heartfelt social media post. Despite remarrying in 1998 to Gena O’Kelley, he has continued to honour Dianne’s memory as an important part of his life.
Dianne Holechek is survived by her sons and the lasting impact she left on her family. Her memory will be kept alive by those who knew her as a loving mother and a woman who lived with warmth and strength. The family has asked for privacy during this time.
