Jackie Chan drops a bombshell! Says his father was a spy, Chan isn't his real name
The actor spoke about his past during an interview with People magazine, looking back on the moment when he discovered the secret from his father, Charles.
In the video, the action movie star, now 71, shows a family picture, mentioning 'that's my father and my mom. I cannot remember how old I am at the time'.
Later, he recalled the moment when his father shared the secret while he was driving the car.
'My father was a very handsome guy, and my father was a spy. I got to know my father's secret when I was 40 something... One day, I was driving my car and my father suddenly said, 'Son, I'm old. I might sleep and never wake up'... I have a secret to tell you... You are not Chan. Your original name is Fang,' he added.
The actor revealed that he was 'very shocked' at the revelation and initially felt unable to listen to his father Charles' explanation of his past.
Back in 2003, Jackie had commissioned a documentary, Traces of the Dragon: Jackie Chan and His Lost Family, which tells the story of how his father worked as a government spy during the Chinese Civil War in the 1940s. His mother, Lee-lee, also had a secret past as an opium smuggler and gambler, which the film covered.
Jackie Chan got the ticket to Hollywood in 1995 with a role in Rumble in the Bronx. However, it was 1998's buddy cop comedy Rush Hour opposite Chris Tucker that cemented his status as a star.
Jackie returned to the Karate Kid franchise with Karate Kid: Legends. The film sees Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio reprise their roles as Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso. The film follows a new young martial artist, played by Ben Wang, as he is trained by Chan and Macchio's characters. The trailer features scenes from a martial arts academy, intense action moments in New York, and Jackie Chan's voice-over saying, "In life, you only have one question: Is it worth fighting for or not?"
The film was released on May 30 in India.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Pink Villa
7 hours ago
- Pink Villa
‘Breakup Tears': Paris Jackson Calls It Quits With Fiance Justin Long Days After She Was Spotted Crying in Public
Paris Jackson has announced separation from her fiancé, Justin Long, days after the musician was spotted tearing up in public. The singer announced the unfortunate news with her fans on her X account, where she mentioned that she was crying the 'breakup tears.' The news of the couple break up came six months after Jackson announced her engagement to Long. At the time, she claimed that she 'couldn't dream of anyone more perfect' for her. The Doctor Odyssey actress in the now-deleted Instagram post wrote, 'Doing life with you these last years has been an indescribable whirlwind.' She added, 'Thank you for letting me be yours. I love you.' Was Paris Jackson planning her wedding to Justin Long prior to the separation? While the news of the actress' separation from her fiancé took the fans by surprise, Paris had revealed that she was planning for her wedding day. During her June interview with Access Hollywood, the musician had stated, "The dress is being made, the venue has been picked and the date has been picked by an astrologer, because I'm from L.A.' She continued to say, 'I'm all about the crystals and the astrologer and all that stuff.' Moreover, Long and Jackson posed on the red carpet of the One Spoon of Chocolate premiere last month at the Tribeca Film Festival. In her 2021 conversation with People Magazine, the Gringo star had opened up about her marriage plans. At the time, Jackson said that she wasn't against tying the knot. If she found someone special, she would surely walk down the aisle. Paris Jackson and Justin Long's relationship timeline Paris Jackson and Justin Long first met on the sets of The Late Night Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in 2022. The sparks flew immediately, and the two began to grow closer. The same month that they met, Long shared an Instagram post related to the actress' appearance on the talk show. In November 2022, the actress-musician shared a carousel post with the pictures of her bandmates. The fans were soon to notice Long in the photos too and speculated about a romance between the pair. As the couple began to date, they kept it away from the spotlight. Jackson went on to speak about her relationship for the first time in December 2024, when she announced her engagement. Things, however, went down quickly, and the duo separated within six months of Long popping the big question.
Pink Villa
8 hours ago
- Pink Villa
Blake Lively-Justin Baldoni Legal Drama: It Ends With Us Co-Stars Come Face-to-Face for First Time in Case Deposition
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni faced each other for the first time since the beginning of the legal drama in December. The co-stars met for the case deposition, which began on July 31. According to the media reports, the mother of four was questioned over her accusation of the actor-filmmaker while Baldoni was present in the room. As revealed by the sources, the Another Simple Favor star sat all day for the deposition while being under oath during the questioning. Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's case deposition begins According to her initial complaint, Blake Lively claimed that her co-star, Justin Baldoni, engaged in inappropriate behavior with her on the sets of It Ends With Us. The actress also filed the complaint against Baldoni for running a smear campaign against her. Weeks later, the Jane the Virgin star also filed a countercase against Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, for extortion and defamation. Previously, the deposition date was announced to be July 17. However, with a mutual decision, the co-stars went on to agree that the hearing should take place at the end of the month. Ahead of the initiation of the deposition, the filmmaker's attorney, Bryan Freedman, made headlines for asking the hearing to take place "at Madison Square Garden, sell tickets or stream it, and donate every dollar to organizations helping victims of domestic abuse.' In the earlier interview with People Magazine, Freedman said, 'Since Ms. Lively is open to testifying, let's make it count.' He added, 'Hold the deposition at MSG, sell tickets or stream it and donate every dollar to organizations helping victims of domestic abuse.' Meanwhile, in response to the request, Lively's team released a statement where they stated that Freedman was trying 'to make this matter a public spectacle at every turn.' Lawyers of Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively announced that the trial for the case is set to begin in March 2026.
News18
12 hours ago
- News18
Pamela Anderson Watched The Naked Gun With Liam Neeson In An Empty Theatre
Last Updated: Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson are reportedly in the early stages of dating and fans can't seem to get enough of this unexpected Hollywood romance. Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson are once again in the spotlight and it is not just because of their upcoming movie. The two actors are reportedly in the early stages of dating and fans can't seem to get enough of this unexpected Hollywood romance. Now, Pamela has given insights into their growing bond as she revealed watching their film The Naked Gun for the first time in an empty theatre, with Neeson by her side. During an appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Pamela Anderson shared the sweet moment from behind the scenes. She said, 'It's hard to watch yourself, even [for] Liam," adding, 'It's hard to be objective, I guess, but you play it straight. Otherwise, it wouldn't be funny." The pair's candid revelations during promotions of their film have led to speculations about their relationship, which, according to reports, has gone beyond just co-stars. Earlier, a source told People magazine, 'It's sincere, and it's clear they're smitten with each other." Another insider shared that the duo has been enjoying their time together despite their busy schedules. Earlier, speaking to People in October 2024, Liam Neeson heaped praises on Anderson, saying, 'With Pamela, first off, I'm madly in love with her. She's just terrific to work with," he said at the time. 'I can't compliment her enough, I'll be honest with you. No huge ego. She just comes in to do the work. She's funny and so easy to work with." What About The Naked Gun A reboot of the beloved 1988 comedy of the same name, The Naked Gun is a modern take on the classic drama, which stars Liam Neeson as Lt Frank Drebin Jr, the son of Leslie Nielsen's iconic character, Frank Drebin. Anderson, on the other hand, plays Beth, Drebin Jr's love interest, bringing her flair to the film's comedic chaos. The Plot Of The Naked Gun The official plot of the film reads, 'Following in the footsteps of his bumbling father, Detective Frank Drebin Jr. must solve a murder case to prevent the police department from shutting down." Packed with complex situations and classic comedy, the film aims to bring back the charm of the original with a powerful supporting cast, including Kevin Durand, Cody Rhodes, Paul Walter Hauser and Lisa Koshy, making it one of the most talked-about releases of the year. The Naked Gun has now finally been released in theatres on August 1. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
