Interesting facts about martial arts master Bruce Lee

New Delhi: Actor, director and martial-arts expert Bruce Lee was born on November 27, 1940, in San Francisco, California.His father was a Hong Kong opera singer.Bruce Lee was born while his father was on a tour along his wife in San Francisco.Lee's mother called him “Bruce,” which means “strong one” in Gaelic.July 20, 1973 was the day when this international star left this materialistic world.This year is going to be his 40th death anniversary, Japanese government has organized a memorial exhibition on this occasion at Hong Kong's Heritage MuseumAs a tribute to this international star here are some facts to know about him:1. Bruce lee has been voted One Of Time Magazines Most Influential People Of the 20th Century in 1999. Bruce with Dan Inosanto2. In 1970, Bruce Lee suffered a back injury in 1970 after which doctors stated that he will not be able to continue with his lifestyle in the martial arts, but with his strong will power determination he fully recovered . Bruce slams Dan Inosanto at Long Beach Demo3. Bruce Lee introduced the use of focus glove in martial arts.who popularized its use in the martial arts. Bruce and Dan Inosanto4. Bruce Lee trained on a 300 lb. heavy bag to improve his kicking power. Bruce and Dan Game of Death5. Bruce Lee was one of the first Chinese Gung Fu teachers in the United States to teach non-chinese. Bruce and Dan Fight Finale Game of Death6. Bruce Lee started his acting career at age 6 and was known worldwide as an actor, he considered himself a martial artist first and an actor second. Bruce with Wing Chun Legend Yip Man7. Bruce Lee was so fast that he once broke five boards with a speed break on Hong Kong TV, as they were held stacked dangling between his assistant's thumb and forefinger. An artist paints graffiti of the late Hong Kong kung fu star Bruce Lee on a wall outside a gallery8. Bruce Lee wore contact lenses and actually failed his physical exam in 1963 and was deemed physically unacceptable by the U.S. Army Draft Board. A woman walks past a graffiti of the late Hong Kong kung fu star Bruce Lee painted on a wall9. Lee shared his bloodlines and roots between Asia and Europe. His father was a full blooded Chinese, but his Mom was half Caucasian. Fans of the late Hong Kong kung fu star Bruce Lee pose at a gallery ahead of the 40th death anniversary of Lee.10. Lee once ruled the roost as the Cha-Cha Dance champion of Hong Kong. He took up the complex dance style at fourteen, and soon become a master of it.