Jackie Chan Stuns at NBA Game Courtside

Jackie Chan, 72, recently made a rare public appearance at the NBA Global Games in Macau on October 9, 2026. The action star was spotted courtside at the Venetian Arena, watching the Houston Rockets defeat the Dallas Mavericks. He was accompanied by friends including football legend David Beckham and Alibaba co-founders Joseph Tsai and Jack Ma.

Chan has maintained a lower public profile in recent years, with his last appearance being at the Jackie Chan International Action Film Week in August 2026. He also shared a tribute in July 2026 to the late Hong Kong actor Patrick Tse. Despite his reduced public visibility, Chan remains active in the film industry, with the "Rush Hour 4" franchise slated for production and a return to the "Karate Kid" franchise in "Karate Kid: Legends" in 2025.

Reflecting on his career, Jackie Chan expressed gratitude for being called a legend. He recounted how the original "Karate Kid" film provided him with renewed confidence during a difficult period when he was a struggling stuntman contemplating giving up. He described working with Ralph Macchio again on the new "Karate Kid" film as a dream come true.