Jackie Chan (born April 7, 1954, in Hong Kong) is a Hong Kong actor, filmmaker, martial artist, and stunt performer. He trained from childhood at the China Drama Academy, mastering martial arts, acrobatics, and performance arts. After working as a stuntman in Hong Kong cinema, he gradually developed his own unique screen style.
He rose to fame through films such as Drunken Master, Police Story, Project A, and later achieved global success with Rush Hour, Shanghai Noon, and The Karate Kid. Known for blending martial arts, comedy, and elaborate stunts, he transformed action filmmaking and became one of the world’s most recognizable movie stars.
He has continued appearing in projects such as Ride On, Panda Plan, and Karate Kid: Legends, while supporting numerous charitable initiatives through his foundations. With a career spanning more than six decades, an Honorary Academy Award, and immense international influence, he remains one of cinema’s most iconic entertainers.