California Establishes Bruce Lee Day, Martial Arts Icon
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
California has officially designated May 17 as Bruce Lee Day, honoring the martial arts icon born in San Francisco. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the law on Tuesday, making Lee the first Chinese-American to have a dedicated day in the state. Lee returned to San Francisco on May 17, 1959, at the age of 18 after spending his childhood in Hong Kong. His daughter, Shannon Lee, emphasized her father's legacy as a cultural bridge. Various Asian-American organizations plan to celebrate annually with cultural events and public activities. Bruce Lee, who passed away in 1973, remains a significant figure in martial arts and film.
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