Personal Info
Known For:
Acting
Birthday:
February 1, 1965
Place of Birth:
Oakland, California, USA
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Brandon Lee
Biography
Brandon Bruce Lee, born February 1, 1965, in Oakland, California, was an American actor and martial artist who tragically died young during his ascent to stardom. Son of the legendary martial artist and actor Bruce Lee, Brandon inherited his father's athletic prowess and later followed him into the world of entertainment.
Lee's early life was split between California and Hong Kong. After his father's sudden death in 1973 when Brandon was just eight, he moved to Seattle with his mother and sister. Despite initial challenges as a teenager, Lee's interest in acting grew. He honed his craft at prestigious institutions like Emerson College and the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute.
Lee's film career began in the late 1980s. He opted to start in Hong Kong action films, capitalizing on his martial arts background and name recognition. His debut in "Legacy of Rage" (1986) garnered him a Hong Kong Film Award nomination for Best New Performer. Lee followed this with roles in films like "Laser Mission" (1989) and "Showdown in Little Tokyo" (1991), showcasing his charisma and action hero potential.
In 1992, Lee landed the lead role in "The Crow," a dark fantasy film based on a popular comic book. The character, Eric Draven, a murdered musician seeking revenge, resonated with Lee. However, during filming in 1993, a tragic on-set accident involving a prop gun led to Brandon Lee's accidental shooting and death at the young age of 28.
Despite the devastating circumstances, "The Crow" was completed using special effects and released in 1994. The film became a cult classic, forever linked to Lee's memory and unfulfilled potential. Brandon Lee's legacy remains one of immense talent and a promising career cut tragically short.
Known For
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Wick Is Pain | (archive footage) |
| 2020 | Be Water | Self (archive footage) |
| 2018 | Henchman: The Al Leong Story | Self (archive footage) |
| 2012 | I Am Bruce Lee | Self (archive footage) |
| 2008 | Dragonland: L'Urlo di Chen terrorizza ancora l'occidente | Self - Interview by Lorenzo De Luca in 1992 (archive sound) |
| 2000 | Sex, Lies and Video Violence | Man in line to night club |
| 1999 | The Lees: Action Speaks Louder | Self / Various (archive footage) |
| 1999 | Bruce Lee: The Legend Lives On | Self |
| 1998 | Bruce Lee: In His Own Words | Self (archive footage) |
| 1994 | The Crow | Eric |
| 1994 | Bruce Lee: The Immortal Dragon | Self (archive footage) |
| 1994 | The Life of Bruce Lee | Self - Son of Bruce Lee |
| 1994 | Charlie Sheen's Stunts Spectacular | Self (archive footage) |
| 1993 | Death by Misadventure: The Mysterious Life of Bruce Lee | Self (archive footage) |
| 1993 | The Curse of the Dragon | Self (archive footage) |
| 1992 | Rapid Fire | Jake Lo |
| 1991 | Showdown in Little Tokyo | Johnny Murata |
| 1989 | Laser Mission | Michael Gold |
| 1987 | Crime Killer | Gangster - Opening Scene |
| 1986 | Kung Fu: The Movie | Chung Wang |
| 1986 | Legacy of Rage | Brandon Ma |
| 1984 | Bruce Lee: The Legend | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) |
| 1973 | Bruce Lee: The Man and the Legend | Self (archive footage) |
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Ohara | Kenji |
| 1987 | CBS Summer Playhouse | Johnny Caine |