HONG KONG – November 11, 2025 – Reports circulating widely on social media claiming the death of martial arts superstar Jackie Chan are false. The 71-year-old actor is alive and well, with the claims confirmed to be the latest in a series of recurring death hoaxes targeting the celebrity.
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Key Takeaways
- Reports of Jackie Chan’s death are a hoax; the actor is alive.
- The false rumors began circulating on Facebook on November 10, 2025, and spread to other platforms.
- The hoax is being fueled by misleading photos and AI-generated images purporting to show the actor in a hospital.
- No credible news organizations or official representatives for Chan have given any credence to the claims.
Fact Check: Jackie Chan is Alive, Debunking Viral Hoax
A viral rumor that gained significant traction on platforms including Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) on Monday and Tuesday falsely claimed that actor Jackie Chan had died from complications following an on-set injury.
These claims are baseless. Representatives for the actor and checks with major news agencies confirm that Chan is alive. This incident marks another instance of celebrity misinformation spreading rapidly online.
How the False Reports Spread
The “breaking news” appears to have originated from a Facebook post late on November 10. The post, which was shared thousands of times, was designed to look like a legitimate news report.
Hoax Originates on Facebook
The primary post included a fabricated caption mourning the actor’s “passing” and, in some versions, falsely attributed quotes of confirmation to his wife, Joan Lin. This post was then screenshotted and disseminated across other platforms, amplifying the hoax.
Use of AI-Generated Imagery
To add a veneer of authenticity, the false reports have been accompanied by various misleading images. Some posts use old photos of Chan on a hospital bed from previous film sets, while others are utilizing new, AI-generated images that depict the actor looking unwell.
This rapid spread of misinformation highlights the growing challenge of distinguishing between fact and fiction, especially with the advancement of AI-generated content.
No Confirmation from Credible Sources
As of Tuesday morning, no credible, international news outlets—such as the Associated Press, Reuters, or Bloomberg—have reported on the actor’s alleged passing. Furthermore, Jackie Chan’s official social media accounts and those of his production companies remain active with no mention of the incident.
This lack of official confirmation is the clearest indicator that the rumors are false. [See the background on {other major celebrity death hoaxes}].
A History of Recurring Hoaxes
This is not the first time the Rush Hour star has been a victim of a death hoax. Chan has been “killed off” by the internet multiple times, with significant rumors circulating in 2011, 2013, and 2015. In past instances, the actor has had to take to his own social media to reassure fans.
In a 2015 statement addressing a similar hoax, Chan joked, “Today, everybody called to congratulate me on my rumored engagement. Afterward, everybody called me to see if I was alive.”
Chan Remains Active in Public Life
Far from being unwell, Jackie Chan remains active in the film industry and in public. He was recently seen at a live performance in Luzhou, China, on November 2, 2025.
In August 2025, while attending the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland, the 71-year-old actor told audiences he was still “fighting” and actively working on new projects, including an upcoming film titled The Shadow’s Edge. [Read our analysis on {the impact of social media misinformation}].
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is Jackie Chan actually dead?
No. As of November 11, 2025, Jackie Chan is alive and well. Reports of his death are a hoax.
2. Where did the “Jackie Chan died” rumor start?
The most recent rumor appears to have started with a viral post on Facebook on November 10, 2025, which was then shared across other social media platforms.
3. Are the photos of Jackie Chan in the hospital real?
The photos are not new. They are either old, out-of-context images from film sets or, in some cases, entirely fake images created by artificial intelligence (AI) to be intentionally misleading.
4. How many times has Jackie Chan been the victim of a death hoax?
This is a recurring event. Jackie Chan has been the subject of numerous death hoaxes over the years, with major ones documented in 2011, 2013, and 2015.
What to Watch For Next
- Official Statement: Expect an official statement from Jackie Chan’s social media accounts or his representatives in the coming days to debunk the rumor for his global fanbase.
- Platform Action: Watch for social media platforms like Facebook and X to begin removing the false posts or adding fact-check labels for violating community standards on misinformation.
Published on November 10, 2025 and Last Updated on November 10, 2025 by: Priyank Pandey
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