Jet Li Remembers Aaliyah: ‘Always in My Heart’

Jet Li is remembering the 2000 film Romeo Must Die. He worked with Aaliyah, who was his co-star and love interest in the movie. Aaliyah died in a plane crash in 2001. She is still important to Li. He said, "she’s still in my heart."

This year marks 25 years since Aaliyah’s death. Both Li and Aaliyah were new to Hollywood when they made this film. Aaliyah was only 20 years old. She helped Li with acting. Li called Romeo Must Die a very important movie in his life.

After filming, Li and Aaliyah would often go to dinner. They enjoyed time with their families. Li said it felt warm and friendly.

The film tells a story based on Romeo and Juliet. Li played Han Sing, a former police officer. He goes to Oakland to find his brother’s killer. He meets Aaliyah’s character, Trish, and they fall in love.

The film made over $90 million. Aaliyah was set to be a big star, but she died young at 22. Li believes Aaliyah lives on in people’s hearts.

How much do you know?

What year was the film 'Romeo Must Die' released?

1998

1999

2000

2001

How old was Aaliyah when she died?

20

21

22

23

What was Jet Li's character's name in 'Romeo Must Die'?

Han Sing

Trish

Romeo

Juliet

How much money did 'Romeo Must Die' make at the box office?

$70 million

$80 million

$90 million

$100 million

Who was Jet Li's co-star in 'Romeo Must Die'?

Beyoncé

Aaliyah

Rihanna

Nicki Minaj

What significant event occurred in Aaliyah's life in 2001?

She won an award

She released a new album

She died in a plane crash

She got married

Aaliyah was 25 years old when she died.

True False

Jet Li and Aaliyah were both experienced actors when they made 'Romeo Must Die.'

True False

'Romeo Must Die' is based on the story of 'Hamlet.'

True False

Jet Li still remembers Aaliyah fondly and feels she is in his heart.

True False

The film 'Romeo Must Die' was important to Jet Li's career.

True False

Aaliyah's character's name in the film was Trish.

True False

Aaliyah died in a plane crash in 2001.

Jet Li described 'Romeo Must Die' as a very important movie in his

Aaliyah was only years old when she passed away.

Jet Li played the character Han Sing, a former police officer.

The film tells a story based on and Juliet.

Jet Li recalls Aaliyah as being to him.

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