Jackie Chan

Biography

Jackie Chan, born Chan Kong-sang on April 7, 1954 in Hong Kong. He grew up in a modest family, with his father having moved from Shandong to Hong Kong. He received his early education in Hong Kong before joining the Chinese Opera Research Institute at age six, where he learned martial arts and opera. He began his film career in the 1970s, and in 1979 joined Golden Harvest to fill the void left by Bruce Lee. He achieved major success in Asia with films like "Snake in the Eagle's Shadow" and "Drunken Master" in 1978. He joined Emperor Group in 2001. Known for his martial arts comedy films and performing his own stunts, he achieved international success in Hollywood, particularly with the "Rush Hour" series. He won Best Actor at the Taiwan Golden Horse Awards in 1992 and 1993. In 2016, he became the first Chinese to receive the Academy Honorary Award. He is also known for his philanthropic work, serving as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 2004.