Jackie Chan Chooses Charity Over Inheritance for Son: “If he is capable…”

Jackie Chan, the renowned actor, recently celebrated his 67th birthday.

Widely recognized as one of the highest-paid stars in the world, Jackie's fame extends not only in Asia but also in Hollywood.

According to Forbes, he earned a staggering $40 million between June 2019 and June 2020.

During his visit to the JW Marriott in Mumbai, he received a warm welcome from fans.

However, what many may not know is that a decade ago, Jackie made a firm decision to donate his entire reported net worth of $350 million to charitable causes rather than passing it on to his son, Jaycee.

In 2011, Channel NewsAsia quoted Jackie saying, “If he is capable, he can make his own money.

If he is not, then he will just be wasting my money.”

This statement reflected Jackie's belief in his son's ability to succeed independently.

Jackie further expressed his regret for not insisting that Jaycee join the army when he was younger, believing it would have helped shape his character.

Jaycee, an actor and musician, is the only son of Jackie and his wife, Joan Lin, who tied the knot in 1982.

However, in 2014, Jaycee faced legal troubles when he was arrested for drug possession.

Taking responsibility for his son's actions, Jackie publicly apologized on Weibo, expressing his extreme anger over the incident.

He hoped that young people would view Jaycee's story as a cautionary tale and steer clear of drugs.

In a humbling gesture towards society, Jackie acknowledged his own failure in teaching his son and expressed deep remorse alongside Jaycee.

Following his release from jail, Jaycee shared a touching image on social media, capturing a moment where his father was giving him a haircut.

This heartfelt display of love and support showcased the bond