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Jackie Chan is one of the most recognizable and beloved action movie stars in the world. Born in Hong Kong in 1954,
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Chan has been entertaining audiences for over 50 years with his unique blend of martial arts, comedy, and daring stunts.
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He has appeared in over 150 films, including Hollywood blockbusters like Rush Hour, Kung Fu Panda, and The Karate Kid.
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Chan's career began in the early 1970s, when he worked as a stuntman for the legendary Bruce Lee in Fist of Fury and Enter the Dragon.
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He quickly gained a reputation for his incredible acrobatic skills and his willingness to take huge risks in order to achieve the perfect shot.
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He began starring in his own films in the late 1970s, and quickly became a superstar in Hong Kong and throughout Asia.
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In the 1980s and 1990s, Chan's popularity continued to grow as his films began to gain wider international distribution.
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His unique blend of comedy and action proved to be a winning formula, and his films were beloved by audiences around the world.
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Chan's most famous films from this era include Project A, Police Story, and Drunken Master II.
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In the 2000s, Chan made the transition to Hollywood films, where he became a major star thanks to the success of movies like Rush Hour and Shanghai Noon.