What Are Chuck Norris Facts?
Chuck Norris facts are satirical factoids about martial artist and actor Chuck Norris.
These internet-famous jokes portray him as having impossible superhuman abilities,
like counting to infinity or dividing by zero. The phenomenon started in 2005 on
SomethingAwful forums and quickly became one of the internet's first viral meme formats.
Why Chuck Norris Facts Went Viral
The format's simplicity made it perfect for sharing: "Chuck Norris can [impossible thing]."
The jokes work because they're absurd yet follow a consistent pattern. Anyone can create one,
making them endlessly shareable. They peaked during 2005-2007 but remain popular today,
with new generations discovering them on Reddit, TikTok, and Twitter.
Most Popular Chuck Norris Facts
- "Chuck Norris' tears cure cancer. Too bad he has never cried."
- "Chuck Norris counted to infinity. Twice."
- "Death once had a near-Chuck-Norris experience."
- "Chuck Norris can divide by zero."
- "When Chuck Norris does a pushup, he's pushing the Earth down."
How to Create Your Own Chuck Norris Facts
Follow the formula: Start with "Chuck Norris" + action verb + impossible result.
The best ones subvert expectations or take common phrases literally.
Example: "Chuck Norris doesn't read books. He stares them down until he gets the information he wants."
Keep them short, punchy, and focused on a single impossible feat.