Social media has been flooded with false reports on November 11, 2025, claiming that legendary actor-filmmaker Jackie Chan passed away at the age of 71. Posts circulating on X (formerly known as Twitter) and Facebook alleged that Chan had died due to long-term complications from decades-old on-set injuries. Some also claimed confirmation from his wife and daughter.

The viral posts spread panic among fans worldwide. Messages such as “Jackie Chan, 71, passes away after battle with complications from decades of on-set injuries” appeared repeatedly, with several posts claiming that the actor had been undergoing treatment for months before succumbing to his illness.

Facebook’s latest fake news: Jackie Chan has passed.

He hasn’t. pic.twitter.com/fxBdLGuRCf — Digital Gal 🌸 (@DigitalGal_X)

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