Lot 1164
Lee, Bruce (1940-73) Martial artist who achieved legendary status and who brought karate action to films. Originally from Hong Kong, he first worked in Hollywood, but later returned to his native country to star in action movies such as "Enter The Dragon."
Rare original 3½ x 2½ in. Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute "gold stripe" student membership card signed ("Bruce Lee") as President. Not dated or filled out. Bruce Lee's Chinese name was Lee Jun Fan. His first Gung Fu school was in Seattle. This signed card was sent by Lee to Taky Kimura, who was 36 when he first met 18-year-old Bruce Lee in Seattle in 1959. Kimura eventually became head instructor of Seattle's Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute. After he moved to California in 1964, Lee would sign the cards and send them to Kimura to fill out and distribute to members. Kimura was best man at Linda and Bruce Lee's wedding in 1964 and one of the pall bearers at Bruce Lee's funeral nine years later. Fine condition.
Estimated Value $6,000 - 8,000.
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