Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Jackie Chan: I'm Alive. Honest!

The Hong Kong action legend is dispelling an Internet-fueled rumor that, after years thrilling audiences with amazing martial arts feats and death-defying stunts, he had succumbed to a bum ticker at the age of 56.

"Jackie Chan is alive and well," reads a note posted on Chan's Facebook page. "He did not suffer a heart attack and die, as was reported on many social networking sites and in online news reports."

To prove it, Chan also posted a picture on his Facebook page and official website showing him meeting with Japan's consul-general in Hong Kong to discuss the details of "Love Without Borders 3/11 Candlelight Gala." It's a hometown event he's helping organize set for April 1 featuring over 100 performers which will raise money for victims of Japan's earthquake and tsunami.