Chuck Norris’ First Wife Dianne Holechek Dead at 84
What To Know
- Dianne Holechek, Chuck Norris’ first wife and mother to his sons Mike and Eric, has died at age 84.
- Chuck Norris and Holechek were married for 30 years.
- Fans and family expressed condolences and admiration for Norris’ heartfelt tribute,
Chuck Norris‘ first wife, Dianne Holechek, is dead at 84.
On December 21, TMZ reported Holechek’s death after speaking with her and Chuck’s son, Mike Norris. He revealed that she died at her Texas home after a lengthy battle with dementia.
“We are thankful she is no longer suffering,” Mike told the outlet. “She was the best, the greatest mom. We were so lucky to have her.”
The Walker Texas Ranger star and Holechek met at a Torrance, California, high school in the late ’50s and were married from 1958 to 1989. In addition to Mike, they welcomed a son named Eric Norris.
The Delta Force actor continued of his ex-wife, “Dianne was an incredible person. She was kind, intelligent, and lived life to the fullest. Her presence in my life will never be forgotten. She was also a loving and devoted mother to our sons, Mike and Eric, who were always her greatest pride.”
To conclude his update, Chuck, 85, shared, “Even as our lives took different directions, we continued to care deeply for one another, and I will forever cherish the memories we built together.”
Facebook followers showered the actor with condolences and praise, with one fan writing, “This is a beautiful tribute, extremely classy. Some ex-spouses should read this and take notes. This is how you eulogize the person you were partners with for 30 years.”
Mike wrote, “Thank you, dad. That was beautiful. I love you.”
Another Facebook user shared, “So sorry about Dianne, Mr. Norris. It is a good, sometimes painful, thing when people can go their own ways and still love and care about each other. Things were different for most of the people I have known over the years. May Christ bring peace and healing to you and yours, Mr. Norris.”
Meanwhile, yet another follower commented, “The end of a marriage doesn’t necessarily have to mean the end of a living friendship. A beautiful tribute to one of the most important people in your life.”
After divorcing Holechek, Chuck married Gene O’Kelley in 1998. They welcomed three children, Dina, and twins, Danilee and Dakota.