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Obey the principles without being bound by them.

Bruce Lee

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Bruce Lee
Age: 32 †
Born: 1940
Born: November 27
Died: 1973
Died: July 20
Actor
Film Actor
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Film Producer
Martial Artist
Philosopher
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Tung Wah Dispensary
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