Never Grow Up (An Entertaining Celebrity Memoir)

I've always been a fan of Jackie but it wasn't until 2017, when I began training in ITF taekwondo, that I started to develop a craving for any and all martial arts material and big names in the game. Since then, I've seen hundreds more martial arts films and have dozens of books. While this book doesn't touch on martial arts a great deal, it gives a closer look into Jackie's life story as a whole and oh my goodness, what a beautiful story! And a truly incredible human being! He touches on his childhood, fame, love, and career. I've learned some shocking things about him that I never would have known, had I not picked up this book. I was already a fan of his but after reading this, my respect and interest in him has only deepened. I also purchased the audible and I don't regret it one bit. Narrator did a fantastic job and was easy to listen to. A pleasant, easy and worthy read. What a guy! One of the GOAT for sure!

Very good book, to-get to know that discipline really pay off, for children of this generation this very good recommendation.

Jackie Chan has lead an interesting life. He is proud of his heritage and has done much to promote Chinese culture. I found this book easy and enjoyable to read. His style of writing is relaxing. It’s as though he is conversing with you. If you are a Jackie Chan fan, you will enjoy the book. Even if you are not a fan, I would recommend this book. I knew of Jackie Chan and had seen several of his movies but I was not a diehard fan. After reading his story, I am now intrigued with seeing more of his movies.

A must read for fans of Jackie Chan! Jackie's life story told essentially in his own words. You'll learn how Jackie Chan became the most legendary film maker and stuntman, his struggles along the way, the reasons he's grown and matured, and so much more. Jo's story made me laugh, cry and most of all, inspired me to be more grateful, kind and considerate of others because in the end, that is what matters most. A must read!

I loved Jackie Chan's book. I have been a kid since Police Story movies watching doing stunts and just simple acrobatics like jumping over a street railing wearing jeans. Now I am an old man, and still a fan so I had to buy his book. His tell-all book explains much of what I heard about him growing up. His poor childhood to his fame, success, and affair with the Pageant beauty - while married to Joan Lin. Jackie explains it so well you understand his emotions, and thoughts. Zhu Mo also narrates her opinion of Jackie in a positive light and adds a bit more perspective. All in all, this book allows you as a reader and fan to step closer into Jackie's life. Now I only wish I can meet Jackie in our life time and get to know him better. I am a big fan, and never criticized him harshly for his decisions, but always look forward to his next movie - which is always a big movie to me.

The way I understand the Oscars, people are recognized for things that they do, one time. Best Actor for one film. Best Supporting Actress for one film. I remember Jackie Chan being given an honorary Oscar, recognizing his whole career. The way I see it, he was given an award for being who he is. That’s what I picked up from this entertaining book of his memories. You can be ordinary and extraordinary at the same time. More than pressure, passion is what makes the difference, and the only path to passion is being true to yourself. Thank you for your life, Jackie. I pray you continue to inspire the world.

I found this book to be highly entertaining and interesting. Prior to buying the book, I read a few reviews suggesting that the book portrayed Jackie Chan as a bit of a jerk. I did not find that to the case at all. Rather, the book seems to provide an unvarnished version of key events in Mr. Chan's life. I say kudos to him to have the courage to put this out there. Especially as someone who is a resident of China....not exactly the sort of place that encourages tales of racy escapades such as Mr. Chan's. Now I understand how Jackie Chan got so far in life.

This book borrows heavily from JC's first autobiography, 1998's My Life In Action, and so if you've already read that book just know this new book includes many of the same stories. this book, however, definitely covers a lot of new ground, and not just post-1998 events, so it's not entirely redundant. Also, compared to the first book, Never Grow Up seems far less fictionalized. My Life In Action contains a lot of detailed dialogue, much of it from JC's very early life, and at times reads like a story book more than an autobiography. With Never Grow Up, it's easier to imagine JC himself telling the stories--the voice seems more authentic, and there aren't nearly as many dramatized and drawn out moments. One other notable difference is how much this book focuses on JC's son and wife, who are scarcely mentioned in the first book. I always had the impression that JC married and then was a completely absentee husband, but this book makes it seem like he and his wife are close and have always been fairly close. I'm not sure how much of that is an attempt to craft the image JC wants, or whether it's real. All in all, a good introduction to Jackie Chan's life and career, and a very easy read.

Besonders hat mit die Offenheit gefallen, mit der Jackie seine Fehler und schlechten Angewohnheiten zugibt und beschreibt. An vielen Stellen musste ich laut los lachen. Ehrlich, ich würde wahrscheinlich nicht den Mut haben meine ganzen Verfehlungen so offen in einem Buch preis zu geben. Witzig geschrieben, nie langweilig. Auch mit nicht ganz so guten Englisch Kenntnissen sehr gut zu lesen. Wenn ich jetzt seine Filme sehe, dann weiß ich jetzt warum die eine oder andere Szene so gedreht wurde. Es ist die beste Biographie die ich bisher gelesen habe. Ein Buch, das jeder Fan einfach gelesen haben muss.

Have always wanted to read about this great guy . Lovely book to read

Fun to read the book as like his movie. I imagine he is so fun and friendly i real life as well. Wish you good health!

Jackie Chan è un personaggio davvero poliedrico. Peccato che il pubblico lo conosca solo per le sue commedie d’azione quando invece si tratta del Nicola Tesla del cinema. Molti non sanno che Mr. Chan ha dato lezioni di regia a colossi come Spielberg o Brian De Palma. Inventore (40 anni fà) di tecniche cinematografiche che non hanno nulla a che vedere col cinema azione/arti marziali ma che sono la base del cinema odierno... Grazie Jackie! Il cinema non sarebbe lo stesso senza te!

No importa que no seas fan de las películas de Jackie Chan, debes leer este libro pues el actor tiene una manera muy amena y divertida de contar acontecimientos de su vida. Increíble presentación de pasta dura, no puede hacer falta en tu biblioteca personal.