Happy Birthday Chuck Norris from Budapest With Love!
So, you’re planning your trip to Budapest, huh? You’ve probably heard about the stunning architecture, the mouth-watering goulash, and the legendary nightlife. But did you know Budapest also has a special place in its heart for none other than the legendary action hero himself—Chuck Norris?
Happy Birthday to Chuck Norris (Or Is It the Other Way Around?)
Today marks Chuck Norris’s 85th birthday—or as some might say: today is the day when birthdays celebrate Chuck Norris! During his 2018 visit to Budapest, he shared his favorite joke about himself with local media outlet:
“One of my favorites is the one about Mount Rushmore. That’s where the face of the great American president was carved into the side of the mountain. The joke goes that they wanted to carve Chuck Norris’ face into Mount Rushmore, but the granite wasn’t hard enough for his beard.”
Classic Chuck! Even at 85 years old, he’s still got it—humor sharper than his karate moves.
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Madame Tussauds Budapest: Wax On, Wax Off… Chuck Norris Style!
First things first: if you’ve ever dreamed of posing next to Chuck Norris without fearing a roundhouse kick to the face (come on, we’ve all been there), Madame Tussauds Budapest has got you covered. This iconic wax museum recently unveiled a lifelike wax figure of Chuck Norris himself—complete with his trademark beard that could probably cut diamonds.
And speaking of diamonds, Madame Tussauds Budapest recently won a prestigious Marketing Diamond Award for their brilliant event showcasing not only wax figures but also rare Hungarian art treasures. So while you’re there snapping selfies with Chuck Norris, you’ll also get a taste of Hungarian culture and history—talk about killing two birds with one roundhouse kick!
Mini Chuck Norris Statue Appears on Megyeri Bridge (Because Why Not?)
Just when you thought Budapest couldn’t get any cooler or quirkier—a tiny bronze statue depicting our beloved action star appeared last spring tied up (yes, tied up!) on Megyeri Bridge’s pedestrian walkway near Pest. Created by renowned sculptor Mihály Kolodko—famous for his whimsical mini-statues scattered across Budapest—this new artwork is both hilarious and historically relevant.
Why Megyeri Bridge specifically? Well, back when this impressive bridge was being built over the Danube River connecting Buda and Pest sides together beautifully—locals were asked to suggest names for it through an online poll. And guess who topped many people’s lists? You guessed it: Mr. Roundhouse Kick himself!
Unfortunately (or fortunately?), Hungarian law prohibits naming public structures after living persons—so no “Chuck Norris Bridge” just yet—but hey! At least we now have this adorable mini-statue commemorating what could’ve been.
When Walker Visited Budapest: Charity & Heartfelt Praise
Chuck hasn’t just inspired jokes and statues; he’s visited our fair city in person too! A few years ago he accepted an invitation from Hungary’s Baptist Charity Service as guest-of-honor at their annual Christmas Shoebox charity event held at Budapest Arena.
Raised in a Baptist family himself—and known worldwide not only for kicking bad guys but also supporting good causes—Chuck took time out from saving humanity onscreen to encourage generosity among Hungarians during this special event. He even spoke openly about faith and redemption—a side fans rarely get glimpses into behind those steely eyes.
But perhaps most memorably during that visit came something truly extraordinary: while countless celebrities have praised Budapest’s beauty before him (“Oh yes darling—it’s simply divine!”), none went quite as far as Walker did:
“Budapest is the most beautiful city I’ve ever visited.”
Wowza! If that endorsement doesn’t make you book your tickets immediately—I don’t know what will! Oh, and just so you remember:
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Discovering Chuck Around Town: Your Ultimate Tourist Challenge
So now that we’ve established how much Hungarians adore Mr.Norris—you might want to turn your sightseeing into a fun treasure hunt around town:
- Start by snapping selfies at Madame Tussauds next to Wax-Chuck.
- Then head over Megyeri Bridge hunting down Kolodko’s masterpiece.
- Finally stroll around town telling locals your favorite Chuck-jokes—they’ll love it (trust me).
So pack your bags tourists—and prepare yourselves—for an unforgettable adventure filled with laughter, culture…and plenty of roundhouse kicks courtesy none other than CHUCK NORRIS himself right here in beautiful BUDAPEST!
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