Jackie Chan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 07, 1954 |
|---|---|
| Age | 71 |
| Birthplace | Victoria Peak, British Hong Kong |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Martial arts acting, action-comedy films, performing dangerous stunts, starring in and directing movies such as 'Police Story', 'Drunken Master', 'Rush Hour' series, and 'Shanghai Noon'. |
Intro
Jackie Chan is an internationally renowned Hong Kong actor, martial artist, film director, producer, stuntman, and singer, best known for his acrobatic fighting style, comic timing, and innovative stunts in action films. He is considered a global icon and a pioneer in blending kung fu with slapstick comedy in cinema.
Early Life & Background
Jackie Chan was born on April 7, 1954, in Victoria Peak, British Hong Kong, to Charles and Lee-Lee Chan. He began studying martial arts, acrobatics, and drama at a young age at the China Drama Academy, a Peking Opera School in Hong Kong, where he excelled in performance and physical endurance. His rigorous early training laid the foundation for his signature blend of comedy and martial arts in film.
Career Highlights
- Achieved breakout success with 'Drunken Master' (1978), establishing a new style of action-comedy.
- Starred in and directed the influential 'Police Story' franchise.
- Became a Hollywood star with hits such as 'Rumble in the Bronx' (1995), 'Rush Hour' series (1998–2007), and 'Shanghai Noon' (2000).
- Recipient of an Honorary Oscar in 2016 for his extraordinary achievements in film.
- Holds world records for 'Most stunts by a living actor' and for appearing in the most credits in a single movie ('Chinese Zodiac', 2012).
Trivia
- Jackie Chan performs most of his own stunts, often resulting in injuries throughout his career.
- He is also a Cantopop and Mandopop singer, having released multiple albums.
- His voice is featured in animated films such as 'Kung Fu Panda' (as Monkey) and 'Mulan' (Chinese version, as Li Shang).
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Jackie Chan?
Jackie Chan is 71 years old.
When was Jackie Chan born?
Jackie Chan was born the 7 April 1954.
Where is Jackie Chan from?
Victoria Peak, British Hong Kong.
On His Birth-Day
About April 7th, 1954, in brief:
- Historical events: During a news conference, United States President Dwight D. Eisenhower articulated his influential 'domino theory', a geopolitical concept suggesting that if one country in a region fell to communism, neighboring countries would subsequently fall like a row of dominos.
- Day of the week: April 7th, 1954 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
- #1 UK song: I See The Moon by The Stargazers
- Popular movie: Witness to Murder directed by Roy Rowland
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