Jackie Chan given Malaysian honorary title

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Kung fu superstar Jackie Chan has been honored with the title of 'Datuk' in Malaysia.

Chinese kung fu superstar Jackie Chan was awarded the honorary title of Datuk by Malaysian authoritie. [Photo/Youth.cn]


 

It's a traditional Malaysian honorific title that's given on Malaysia's Federal Territories Day.

Chan is among 71 recipients receiving the same title, given by the head of state of Malaysia, Tuanku Abdul Halim.

In Malaysia and Brunei, "Datuk" is a symbolic lifelong honor to individuals who have contributed towards the development of the federal territory.

Several of Jackie Chan's films were shot in Malaysia and he also donated to a middle school in the country.

Chinese Malaysian actress Michelle Yeoh was also given the honor in 2001, the first among Chinese artists.

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