Chuck Norris Calls Out Steven Seagal for Lying About Fighting Bruce Lee

Bruce Lee’s legacy in martial arts is undeniable, and over the years, many people have claimed to have trained or fought with him.

One of the most controversial claims comes from action star Steven Seagal, who has implied that he knew Bruce Lee and even trained with him. However, martial arts legend Chuck Norris is now calling him out, saying Seagal is lying about ever meeting Bruce Lee.

The Claim That Started It All

Steven Seagal, known for his Aikido skills and action films from the 1980s and 1990s, has built a reputation for making grand statements about his martial arts abilities and experiences. In past interviews, Seagal has mentioned Bruce Lee’s name, sometimes implying that he had personal interactions with the martial arts icon.

Recently, in an interview, Seagal claimed:

“I met Bruce Lee through James Coburn, and I visited him at his house many times.”

This statement immediately raised red flags among martial arts historians and fans. Chuck Norris, one of Bruce Lee’s closest training partners, quickly dismissed Seagal’s claim, saying there is no record of them ever meeting.

Chuck Norris Exposes the Lie

Chuck Norris, who had a well-documented friendship with Bruce Lee and famously fought him in Way of the Dragon, has never heard of Seagal training with Lee. When asked about Seagal’s statements, Norris didn’t hesitate to refute them.

“As far as I know, Steven Seagal never met or trained with Bruce Lee. If he did, there would be proof. Bruce documented his training partners, and Seagal’s name isn’t anywhere in those records.”

Norris pointed out that Bruce Lee was very selective about who he trained with. He frequently sparred with martial artists like Joe Lewis, Bob Wall, and Dan Inosanto—highly respected fighters with verifiable histories with Lee. Seagal, however, has no such documentation linking him to Lee.

The Timeline Doesn’t Add Up

One of the biggest holes in Seagal’s story is the timeline. Seagal lived in Japan for most of his early years and didn’t move back to the U.S. until 1974—one year after Bruce Lee’s death in 1973. If he had met Lee, it would have had to be during a short visit, which seems highly unlikely given that Bruce was extremely busy during his Hollywood years.

Additionally, Seagal was still a teenager during Lee’s prime years and was not yet an established martial artist or actor. There is no reason why Bruce Lee, one of the most disciplined martial artists of all time, would have spent time training with an unknown teenager.

No Evidence, No Photos, No Witnesses

Another major red flag is that no photos exist of Seagal with Bruce Lee, nor has any other martial artist from that era confirmed Seagal’s claims. If Seagal had truly trained with Bruce Lee, there would likely be some record of it—either in Bruce Lee’s journals, in photos, or from the many martial artists who knew Bruce.

Martial arts historians, including Dan Inosanto (Bruce Lee’s top student), have never mentioned Seagal in any discussions about Lee’s training partners. Bob Wall, who appeared in Enter the Dragon and knew Bruce personally, has also never confirmed any connection between Bruce and Seagal.

Why Would Seagal Make This Up?

Steven Seagal has a long history of making exaggerated claims. He has said that he trained CIA operatives, fought off multiple attackers in real-life combat, and even possesses supernatural abilities. Many of these stories have been debunked or met with skepticism.

By linking himself to Bruce Lee, Seagal may have been trying to boost his credibility. Associating himself with the greatest martial artist of all time would only add to his mystique. However, with no evidence to support his claims and respected figures like Chuck Norris calling him out, his credibility continues to decline.

The Martial Arts Community Reacts

After Chuck Norris’ comments, many martial artists and Bruce Lee fans reacted strongly.

Dan Inosanto, one of Bruce Lee’s closest students, stated:

“Bruce Lee kept detailed notes on his training partners. There’s no record of Steven Seagal.”

Bob Wall, who also worked with Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon, added:

“If Seagal ever fought Bruce, we would have heard about it. It’s nonsense.”

Meanwhile, fans took to social media to express their skepticism:

“Steven Seagal needs to stop making things up. There’s literally no proof of him ever meeting Bruce Lee.”
“Chuck Norris trained with Bruce for years. If he says Seagal is lying, I believe him.”

Final Thoughts

While Steven Seagal may be a skilled martial artist, his claim that he trained or fought Bruce Lee appears to be completely false. With Chuck Norris, Dan Inosanto, and other Bruce Lee associates openly refuting his statements, it’s clear that Seagal’s story doesn’t hold up.

In the world of martial arts, respect and honesty are crucial. Trying to rewrite history for personal gain rarely ends well. As Chuck Norris bluntly put it:

“If you claim to have fought Bruce Lee, you better have the receipts. And Seagal doesn’t.”

What do you think about Seagal’s claims? Do you believe he ever met Bruce Lee, or is this just another tall tale? Let us know in the comments!