A few weeks ago, when I needed some cheering up, my friend sent me a link to something called Random Chuck Norris Fact. Definitely boosted my mood. Within minutes, I was laughing until my sides hurt. Lately, this (and other "fact" generators, including the Vin Diesel version) have been making rounds on the Internet. A few of my favorite "facts" include "Chuck Norris' tears cure cancer. Too bad he has never cried", "Chuck Norris ordered a Big Mac at Burger King, and got one", and just about anything that has to do with round-house kicking. With the site spreading like wildfire across the information superhighway, it must eventually make its way to the Ranger himself, right? Right.

Well, Chuck Norris just issued a statement on his official website about the "fact" generator. He said that he doesn't really know what to make of it but is neither offended or taking it too seriously. Then he did some shameless plugging for his books (well, I guess it really isn't shameless plugging if it's on his official website), saying that he hopes that some new, younger fans might go out and try and learn more about him now.

C'mon, Mr. Norris. If anything, you should be absolutely thrilled with this! You're right up there with Mr. T and Vin Diesel now. Unfortunately, I doubt this will make a huge difference in your booksales. Most of the younger generation knows you from the Conan O'Brien show. I'm just sayin'.