Actor Jackie Chan
Jackie Chan moved to tears by suffering of Gaza children
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- Jackie Chan expresses deep sorrow over the suffering of Palestinian children in Gaza.
- Video of a child saying “Children here never grow up” sparks global reaction.
Hollywood actor and martial arts legend Jackie Chan was deeply moved after watching a video showing the harsh reality faced by children in Gaza.
In the clip, a child asks, “What will you do when you grow up? Children here never get to grow up.” Chan said the statement alone brought tears to his eyes and reminded him of the daily suffering endured by children in the region.
Famous actor Jackie Chan spoke about a video he watched of a Palestinian child who said they don’t grow up, because “the Israeli army could kill them at any moment.”
— Gaza Notifications (@gazanotice) January 1, 2026
In the two attached videos, one shows Jackie Chan describing the moment he broke down in tears, and the other… pic.twitter.com/6oRtSujhAK
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He described the child’s words as heartbreaking and called on people worldwide to raise awareness and protect children’s rights.
The video, shared alongside reports and images from human rights organizations, highlights the ongoing struggles of Gaza’s children under 'Israeli' war.
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Chan’s emotional reaction has sparked wide discussion on social media, drawing international attention to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
