How education and upbringing influenced the life of Jackie Chan. A timeline of key moments.
Jackie Chan, born Fang Shilong, is a highly influential Hong Kong martial artist, actor, and filmmaker. Renowned for his unique blend of slapstick comedy, acrobatic fighting sequences, and exceptional stunt work (often performed by himself), Chan has become a global icon in cinema. His career extends over six decades, and his films have collectively grossed over $5.8 billion worldwide, solidifying his status as one of the most recognizable and impactful martial artists in film history.
Circa 1937, Jackie Chan's father, Fang Daolong, briefly worked as a secret agent for Lieutenant General Dai Li in Kuomintang-ruled China.
On April 7, 1954, Jackie Chan, born Chan Kong-sang, was born in British Hong Kong to political refugees from the Chinese Civil War.
In 1971, Jackie Chan joined his parents in Canberra, Australia, where he briefly attended Dickson College and worked as a construction worker.
In 1988, Jackie Chan founded the Jackie Chan Charitable Foundation, offering scholarships and aid to young people in Hong Kong and providing disaster relief.
In 1989, Jackie Chan performed at the Concert for Democracy in China, supporting the democratic movement during the Tiananmen Square protests.
In 2004, Jackie Chan championed charitable works and causes including promoting disaster relief efforts for floods in mainland China and the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
In June 2006, Jackie Chan pledged to donate half of his assets to charity upon his death, citing admiration for Warren Buffett and Bill Gates' efforts.
In 2011, the Dragon's Heart Foundation expanded its reach to Europe.
In June 2013, Jackie Chan responded to a hoax Facebook page that alleged he had died, reassuring fans he was alive.
From 2013 to 2023, Jackie Chan served two terms as a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.
In 2014, Jackie Chan's son, Jaycee, was arrested for cannabis use, leading Jackie Chan to express anger, shock, heartbreak, and shame.
In March 2015, Jackie Chan met with David Cheng and discussed his interest in motorsports, raising the possibility of starting a team together.
In 2015, the made-up word 'duang', inspired by Jackie Chan's hair description, became an internet viral meme, particularly in China.
In January 2017, Jackie Chan donated $65,000 to help flood victims in Thailand.
By 2021, Jackie Chan expressed his desire to join the Chinese Communist Party, contrasting his earlier pro-democratic stance.
From 2013 to 2023, Jackie Chan served two terms as a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.
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