Bruce Lee

Bruce Lee (November 27, 1940 – July 20, 1973), was a Chinese American martial artist and actor who is widely regarded as among the most influential martial artists of the 20th century. Lee's few movies, especially his performance in the Hollywood-produced Enter the Dragon, elevated the traditional Hong Kong martial arts film to a new level of popularity, paving the way for future martial artists actors such as Jackie Chan, Jet Li and Chuck Norris.

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November 27 - 1940 - July 20 - 1973 - Chinese American - Martial artist - Actor - 20th century - Movies - Hollywood - Enter the Dragon - Hong Kong - Martial arts film - Jackie Chan - Jet Li - Chuck Norris

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His family included his wife (and former martial arts student), Linda Emery, with whom he had a daughter, Shannon, and a son, Brandon. Brandon would eventually follow in his father's footsteps, becoming a martial artist and actor. Both Bruce and Brandon had untimely deaths. Lee's family also include his brother and sisters who are still alive.

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Linda Emery - Shannon - Brandon

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