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Questions about Bruce Lee

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When and where was Bruce Lee born?

Bruce Lee arrived in San Francisco on the 27th of November 1940. His parents traveled to California for an international opera tour when he was born.

What martial arts system did Bruce Lee develop after 1964?

Bruce Lee developed Jeet Kune Do as a new hybrid system in 1964. The name translates to way of the intercepting fist in Cantonese and emphasized practicality over rigid forms.

Which television series introduced adult Bruce Lee to millions of Americans?

The Green Hornet television series launched in September 1966 and aired until March 1967. Van Williams played the title character alongside Lee as Kato.

How old was Bruce Lee when he died unexpectedly?

Queen Elizabeth Hospital declared death on arrival aged thirty-two years old on the 10th of May 1973. He had been planning dinner with George Lazenby in Hong Kong earlier that day.

Who performed the autopsy on Bruce Lee and what conclusion did they reach?

Donald Teare performed the autopsy concluding misadventure caused by reaction to Equagesic medication. Brain swelled from 1400 grams to 1575 grams representing twelve point five percent increase.