Jackie Chan is a famous Chinese actor who was formerly known as Chan Kong-sang. He is famous for his martial arts prowess in his films. He learned the art of Kung Fu after attending a boarding school in Hong Kong for 10 years.
Jackie was among the best students in his class, and this earned him bit roles as a child actor. Film producer Lo Wei identified Jackie as a potential successor to the late Kung Fu actor, Bruce Lee. This gamble paid off because he became one of the most celebrated actors of his generation. Jackie is famous for the movie, Drunken Master among many others.
Jackie Chan is Alive
The celebrated martial arts actor, Jackie Chan is alive and kicking. Furthermore, Jack is happy and doing what he loves most, acting. Recently, Jackie was pictured attending the 68th Cannes International Film Festival.
Additionally, Chan has recently acted in the films, The LEGO Ninjago movie and Nutty by Nature.
Death Rumors
Unfortunately, Jackie is one of the many celebrities who have fallen culprits of unfounded death rumors. In 2015, Weibo a news outlet in China claimed that Jackie had died. At the time Jackie was flying to an unknown destination. However, when Jackie finally arrived at his destination, he clarified that he was alive via his Twitter account.
Jackie Chan slammed Weibo for using his name to gain popularity.
Health Update
In March 2020, it was rumored that Jackie Chan had contracted the deadly Covid-19. Rumors about his condition soon spread like bush fire. However, the famous actor was quick to dispel the rumors by informing his fans that he was well, and had not contracted the virus as earlier indicated.
Additionally, Jackie Chan has not been subject to any health concerns in recent times.
Age
67-year-old Jackie was born on April 7, 1954, in Hong Kong and belongs to the Pisces zodiac sign.