A representative for Chuck Norris denied Tuesday that the actor was among a pro-Trump mob that forced the Capitol into lockdown last week after a photo of an attendee whom people said resembled Norris went viral.
“This is not Chuck Norris and is a wannabe lookalike although Chuck is much more handsome,” Erik Kritzer, manager for the “Walker, Texas Ranger” actor, told The New York Post.
“Chuck remains on his range in Texas where he has been with his family,” Kritzer added.
The star later tweeted a similar message.
I recently learned there was a Chuck Norris lookalike at the DC Capitol riots. It wasn’t me and I wasn’t there. There is no room for violence of any kind in our society. I am and always will be for Law and Order.
— Chuck Norris (@chucknorris) January 12, 2021
Your friend, Chuck Norris pic.twitter.com/LruKwViWRL
The statement comes after a photo recently made the rounds on Twitter showing a look-alike for the 80-year-old taking part in last Wednesday’s events alongside another man in a “Trump 2020” cap.
Wait, so are we just not going to mention the fact that Chuck Norris was at the MAGA insurrection? pic.twitter.com/aIukJpoCmF
— DevinNunesTHEDragQueen (@NunesDrag) January 12, 2021
Norris is widely known for his role as Cordell "Cord" Walker in "Texas Ranger," which ran from 1993–2001, as well as for starring in action films.
The martial artist's name has also appeared in headlines in recent years for backing Republicans including President Trump
Donald TrumpIran's leader vows 'revenge,' posting an image resembling Trump Former Sanders spokesperson: Biden 'backing away' from 'populist offerings' Justice Dept. to probe sudden departure of US attorney in Atlanta after Trump criticism MORE, Newt Gingrich and Sen. Ted Cruz (Texas).
-Updated Jan. 13
