Bruce Lee Quotes


There’s only one basic principle of self-defense- you must apply the most effective weapon, as soon as possible, to the most vulnerable target.


Citations

Lee, Bruce, and M. Uyehara. Bruce Lee's Fighting Method, Vol. 1: Self-Defense Techniques. Ohara Publications, 1976.

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Bruce Lee
Bruce Lee
  • Born: November 27, 1940
  • Died: July 20, 1973
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Martial Artist, Philosopher, Actor, Director, Screenwriter, Producer

Lee Jun-fan, commonly known as Bruce Lee (Chinese: 李小龍), was a Chinese American martial artist, actor, director, martial arts instructor and philosopher. He was the founder of Jeet Kune Do, a hybrid martial arts philosophy drawing from different combat disciplines that is often credited with paving the way for modern mixed martial arts (MMA). Lee is considered by commentators, critics, media, and other martial artists to be the most influential martial artist of all time and a pop culture icon of the 20th century, who bridged the gap between East and West. He is credited with helping to change the way Asians were presented in American films.