Jackie Chan

Hong Kong actor Jackie Chan revolutionized action cinema with his blend of martial arts and comedy, famously performing all his own stunts.

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Occupation

Actor, Martial Artist, Director

Born in

Victoria Peak, Hong Kong

Born

April 7, 1954

Zodiac

Aries

26,441

days alive

72

years old

$400 Million

net worth

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Born
April 7, 1954 in 🇭🇰Victoria Peak, Hong Kong
Zodiac
♈︎Aries·horse 🐎
Updated Jul 2026

About

Jackie Chan trained at the China Drama Academy where he mastered acrobatics and martial arts. He famously performs his own stunts, resulting in numerous injuries over his career.

Before Fame

Born to poor parents, he was enrolled in the Peking Opera School at age seven. He spent 10 years in rigorous training before starting his career as a stuntman.

Trivia

He holds the Guinness World Record for "Most Stunts by a Living Actor." He has also released over 20 albums as a professional singer.

Family Life

Married to Lin Feng-jiao since 1982. He has a son, Jaycee Chan, who is also an actor and singer.

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Sun Sign

Aries♈︎

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Moon Sign

Gemini♊︎

Dominant Element

Fire

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Planetary positions calculated for April 7, 1954

Life Operating System

Daily Rhythm

06:15
Morning Cardio

3-5 mile run to warm up. Reduced to 20 mins if injured.

07:00
Stretching & Agility

Daily splits and backbends to maintain extreme flexibility.

09:00
High-Protein Breakfast

Eggs, lean meats, and vegetables for muscle repair.

11:00
Film/Stunt Choreography

Intense practice of fight sequences and timing on set.

13:00
Fast-Paced Weightlifting

High reps (20-30) with moderate weights to stay lean and agile.

15:00
Lunch

Lean protein with large portions of fresh vegetables.

18:00
Skill Training

Practicing Hapkido, Karate, and Judo refinements.

20:00
Dinner

Steam fish or chicken with brown rice and soup.

21:00
Recovery & Sleep

Early rest to recover from physical film demands.

Core Principles

Resilience

"Life will knock us down, but we can choose whether or not to stand back up."

The Way of Non-Violence

"The best fights are the ones we avoid. Kung fu is about helping others."

Be Unique

"I never wanted to be the next Bruce Lee. I just wanted to be the first Jackie Chan."

Hard Work Above All

"I do everything my own way. Hard work is the only way to the top."

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2016
Day 22,549
Age 61

Received Order of the British Empire (OBE)

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 2016

Chan was appointed an Honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services to film.

2012
Day 21,088
Age 57

Received Honorary Academy Award

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 2012

Jackie Chan was awarded an Honorary Academy Award for his extraordinary achievements in film.

2000
Day 16,705
Age 45

Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 2000

Jackie Chan received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the film industry.

1998
Day 15,975
Age 43

Hollywood Breakthrough with 'Rush Hour'

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1998

His role in the buddy cop film 'Rush Hour' alongside Chris Tucker marked a major breakthrough in Hollywood, earning critical and commercial acclaim.

1995
Day 14,879
Age 40

International Stardom with 'Rumble in the Bronx'

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1995

'Rumble in the Bronx' achieved significant box office success in North America, solidifying Jackie Chan's status as a global action star.

1985
Day 11,227
Age 30

Directorial Debut with 'Police Story'

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1985

Chan directed and starred in 'Police Story', a highly influential action film known for its intricate fight sequences and dangerous stunts.

1978
Day 8,670
Age 23

Breakthrough with 'Snake in the Eagle's Shadow'

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1978

Chan starred in 'Snake in the Eagle's Shadow', a film that helped establish his unique blend of martial arts and comedy, setting him on a path to international stardom.

1973
Day 6,844
Age 18

First Major Film Role

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1973

Chan landed his first major leading role in the film 'Kung Fu Master'.

1962
Day 2,826
Age 7

Enrolled in China Drama Academy

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96%
Jan 1, 1962

At age seven, Chan was enrolled in the China Drama Academy, a Peking opera school, where he trained rigorously in acrobatics and martial arts.

1954
Day 0
Age 0

Born in Hong Kong

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Apr 7, 1954

Jackie Chan was born Chan Kong-sang on April 7, 1954, in Victoria Peak, Hong Kong.