Jet Li, the iconic martial arts and film star from Asia, recently appeared in Australia to watch the final of the Australian Open tennis tournament. At 71, he continues to captivate audiences not only with his talent but also with his somewhat aged and weary appearance.
Appearance at Age 71 and Health
Images circulating on social media show the martial arts star wearing a white t-shirt and a brown jacket, revealing clear signs of aging. Many fans admit they find it hard to recognize him in these photos. Some are even concerned about his health.
Jet Li in Australia in January 2025 (Photo: Sina).
However, in behind-the-scenes footage, Jet Li appears energetic, cheerful, and full of vitality. He actively interacts with tennis star Alexander Zverev, performs martial arts displays, and engages in playful exchanges, creating an exciting atmosphere. This demonstrates that despite his age, he maintains a certain level of fitness.
A Stellar Career and Substantial Fortune
Jet Li (born 1954) is one of the most influential figures in global cinema. He has been honored on both the Hong Kong Avenue of Stars and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. During his peak, each of his films earned up to $12 million in box office revenue, in addition to income from endorsements and events.
According to Celebrity Net Worth, as of 2024, Jet Li’s estimated net worth exceeds $460 million. He owns multiple properties, luxury cars, and even a private jet. In 2020, he was among the top 10 highest-paid actors globally, earning $40 million.
Jet Li starring as the lead in the first part of “The Karate Kid” (Photo: News).
Challenges in His Later Career
Despite his辉煌成就，成龙近年来在职业生涯中也面临着诸多挑战。过去六年里，他遭遇了多部票房和口碑均不佳的作品。电影如《天将雄师》、《长城》以及《铁道飞虎》都未能达到预期。尤其是《长城》，尽管投资高达5000万美元，全球票房却仅收获900万美元。
2022年，电影《急先锋》在亏损1.35亿人民币（约合4.66亿越南盾）后被迫下映。这六年间，成龙因此累计亏损超过2.6亿美元。
对艺术的执着与生活哲学
尽管面临重重困难，成龙依然坚持追求他的艺术梦想。他曾表示：“岁月流逝，能与之相伴是一种福分，尤其是对于像我这样的武术片演员来说。”
这位演员始终渴望在电影中尝试新事物，从危险的动作场面到独特的角色塑造。他最近的一个项目《功夫熊猫：传奇》备受期待，有望重振他的声望。然而，截至2024年底发布的预告片尚未引起观众广泛关注。
结语
成龙是世界电影史上的不可磨灭的传奇。尽管已71岁高龄，他依然孜孜不倦地为艺术事业奋斗，克服健康和事业上的种种挑战。凭借他对艺术的热情和乐观精神，成龙继续激励着一代又一代的影迷。让我们共同期待他在未来的新作品！
