What Is Jaycee Chan's Net Worth?
Jaycee Chan, an actor and singer, has a net worth of $2 million. He is the son of martial arts superstar Jackie Chan and actress Lin Feng-Jiao. Jaycee has appeared in films such as "No Problem" (2010), "The Drummer" (2007), "2 Young" (2005), "The Twins Effect II" (2004), "Invisible Target" (2007), "Break Up Club" (2010), "1911" (2011), and "Kung Fu Yoga" (2017). In August 2014, he was arrested in Beijing for drug possession, facing severe criminal charges for having over 100 grams of marijuana.
Father's Estate
When accepting an award in Beijing in 2012, Jackie Chan was asked about the inheritance of his wealth. Initially, Jackie intended to split his fortune between charity and his family, but he changed his will to donate all of it to charitable causes. Jackie explained, "If he is capable, he can make his own money. If he is not, then he will just be wasting my money." He expressed regret for not sending Jaycee to the army for life experience and character development.
Other wealthy celebrities, such as Sting and Jerry Lewis, have also chosen not to leave their fortunes to family.
Early Life
Born on December 3, 1982, in Los Angeles, California, Jaycee Chan is the son of famed martial artist Jackie Chan and Taiwanese actress Joan Lin. After high school, he briefly attended the College of William and Mary in Virginia but left after two semesters. During his youth, he indulged in luxury cars and nightlife before moving on to pursue other opportunities.
Career
In 2003, Jaycee moved to Hong Kong to start his entertainment career. He released his debut album, "Jaycee," in 2004, composing the music and writing lyrics for most of the tracks. He made his film debut in "The Twins Effect II," followed by roles in "2 Young" and "Break Up Club." He has appeared in various films alongside actors like Nicholas Tse and Shawn Yue in "Invisible Target".
Despite his efforts, neither his music nor his acting saw significant commercial success. In 2009, Jaycee renounced his U.S. citizenship in favor of Chinese citizenship to appeal to local audiences. He voiced characters in animated films, including "Secrets of the Furious Five" and "Kung Fu Panda." In 2011, Jaycee starred in "1911," which was his father's 100th film, though it was a commercial failure. He also starred in the self-satirical film "Whoever," which was not released widely due to poor performance.
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Personal Life and Controversies
Known for his lavish lifestyle, Jaycee's reputation as a playboy and spendthrift has been bolstered by his interest in luxury items. In 2014, Beijing police arrested him for drug possession, finding over 100 grams of marijuana in his apartment. His father, Jackie Chan, had been China's anti-drug goodwill ambassador since 2009, making the arrest particularly shocking. Jaycee admitted to using drugs for eight years. He was sentenced to six months in prison and was released in February 2015, after which he publicly apologized and vowed to abide by the law.
After his release, Jaycee kept a low profile, living with his mother in Taipei and often wearing a mask in public. He returned to Los Angeles in early 2020 before the COVID-19 pandemic. His relationship with his father has been strained but improved after his imprisonment. They reconnected in Taiwan, with Jackie acknowledging Jaycee's maturation due to his time in prison.
