At the age of 3 months, Bruce Lee, then known as Lee Jun Fan, played a role in the movie 'The Girl of the Golden Gate'.

Bruce Lee, the legendary martial artist and actor, was born on November 27, 1940.

Bruce and his family lived under Japanese Occupation for over 3 years during World War 2.

In 1946, Bruce Lee played the role of an infant in a movie called 'The Beginning of a Boy.' This marked the beginning of his journey in the film industry.

On November 24, 1948, the premiere of 'Wealth is Like a Dream' took place. This event marked an important moment in Bruce Lee's early acting career.

On May 6, 1949, the premiere of 'Sai See in the Dream, The Story of Fan Lei-fa' took place. This was another significant event in Bruce Lee's early acting career.

At the age of 9, Bruce Lee had his first leading role in the film 'The Kid', marking the beginning of his prominent presence in the world of cinema.

At the age of 12, Bruce enrolls at La Salle Primary School after attending Tak Sun school at an early age.

At the age of 13 in 1953, Bruce Lee was bullied and subsequently began learning kung-fu.

Exact date unknown, but Bruce starts his training around this time.

In 1958, Bruce Lee's passion for dancing led him to become a cha-cha champion.

On March 29, 1958, Bruce Lee achieved a significant victory by defeating the 3-year champion, Gary Elms, in boxing competitions at the King George V school.

On April 29, 1959, Bruce Lee traveled back to San Francisco, CA via 'The President Wilson' steamship, marking a significant transition in his life and career.

On May 2, 1958, Bruce Lee achieved another victory by defeating a Chinese boxer student of Lung Chi Chuen on Union Road in Kowloon City.

Bruce Lee participated in a boxing championship in 1958.

Bruce Lee starts teaching Martial Arts in the United States, marking the beginning of his influential career as a martial artist and instructor.

Bruce Lee opened his first martial arts school in Seattle, called the 'Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute', where he taught his modified variation of Wing Chun known as 'Jun Fan Gung Fu'.

On May 17, 1959, Bruce Lee arrived in San Francisco, CA, marking an important moment in his journey back to the United States.

In 1959, Bruce Lee returned to the U.S. and introduced Jeet Kune Do, the martial art and philosophy that he had developed.

On November 23, 1959, Bruce Lee introduced Jeet Kune Do, a martial art and philosophy that he developed.

On April 8, 1960, Bruce Lee performed a Chinese Boxing/Judo demonstration with Masafusa Kimura at Alpha Phi Omega's 2nd Annual Fight Night at Seattle University Gym, showcasing his martial arts skills.

On October 28, 1960, Bruce Lee and his students gave a Judo & Gung Fu demonstration at Seattle's Yesler Terrace Gymnasium, demonstrating his expertise in martial arts.

On November 27, 1960, Bruce Lee celebrated his 20th birthday with students at Tai Tung restaurant in Seattle's Chinatown, marking a personal milestone in his life.

Bruce Lee completes his high school education and receives his diploma from Edison Technical School in Seattle.

Bruce Lee enrolls at the University of Washington, where he majored in Drama and also studied Philosophy, Psychology, and various other subjects.

From April 17-21, 1969, Bruce Lee worked as the martial arts director on Stirling Silliphant's film 'A Walk in the Spring Rain,' showcasing his involvement in the film industry beyond acting.

Bruce Lee met his future wife, Linda Emery, at the university. The exact date is unknown.

Bruce takes out Linda Emery for their first date at the Space Needle in Seattle.

Bruce Lee successfully auditions for the role of 'Kato' in the popular action series 'The Green Hornet', which significantly boosts his popularity.

Bruce gives a demonstration at Long Beach, showing off his 'one-inch punch' and two-finger push-ups.

Bruce is challenged by Wong Jack Man, leading to the birth of Jeet Kune Do, an art including techniques from American Boxing, Wing Chun, and French Fencing.

Bruce Lee played the role of Kato in The Green Hornet TV series alongside the title character played by Van Williams. The show introduced Lee to an American audience and became the first popular American show presenting Asian-style martial arts.

Bruce Lee creates 'Jeet Kune Do', a martial art and philosophy that has a lasting impact on martial arts and popular culture.

Bruce Lee showcased his Jeet Kune Do martial arts at the Long Beach International Karate Championships in 1964 and 1968. He demonstrated quick eye strikes, the one-inch punch, chi sao drills, and full-contact sparring.

In 1969, Bruce Lee, along with Hollywood script writer Stirling Silliphant and actor James Coburn, worked on a script for a film titled The Silent Flute. The project was not realized at the time, but it later inspired the 1978 film Circle of Iron.

Bruce Lee spent a significant amount of time involved in various film and TV productions in Hollywood, taking on supporting roles and working as a fight scene choreographer. However, he faced frustration in his efforts to secure leading roles and establish himself, leading to his decision to return to China.

On January 29, 1970, Bruce Lee closed his Chinatown school, marking a significant decision in his career and educational pursuits.

After struggling to achieve success in Hollywood, Bruce Lee returned to China and found immense success upon moving to Hong Kong. Despite the challenges he faced in Hollywood, his career flourished in Hong Kong, marking a significant turning point in his life and legacy.

Filming begins for The Big Boss, which proceeds to gross more than $3.5 million in little than three weeks.

On July 20, 1973, Bruce Lee had a clash with director Lo Wei at Golden Harvest studios, reflecting a challenging moment in his career.

Bruce Lee pitched a television series of his own, tentatively titled The Warrior, which was confirmed by Warner Bros during a television interview on The Pierre Berton Show.

Bruce Lee had complete control of the production of The Way of the Dragon (1972) as the writer, director, star, and choreographer of the fight scenes.

After the success of the film 'The Way of The Dragon', Bruce Lee began working on his next film.

Bruce Lee passed away on January 21, 1973.

Bruce Lee was rushed to the hospital after collapsing while working on the post-production of his most famous film, 'Enter The Dragon.'

Bruce Lee, the legendary martial artist and actor, passed away at the age of 32 in Hong Kong. His sudden death shocked the world and left a lasting impact on the martial arts and film industry.

On July 25, 1973, Bruce Lee tragically lost his life, leading to a significant impact on the martial arts and entertainment industry.

Bruce Lee is buried at Lake View Cemetery in Seattle, Washington.

Bruce Lee's funeral took place on July 31, 1973, at Lakeview Cemetery in Seattle, where he was buried. The funeral was attended by several famous personalities including Steve McQueen, George Lazenby, James Coburn, and Chuck Norris.

Enter The Dragon premieres at Graumann’s Chinese Theater in Hollywood, California.

The comic book series The Deadly Hands of Kung Fu debuted in 1974, inspired by Bruce Lee's influence on martial arts and his iconic status as a martial artist. The series was a testament to Lee's impact on popular culture.

American taekwondo pioneer Jhoon Goo Rhee, who learned from Lee, later coached heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali and taught him the 'accupunch', which Ali used to knockout Richard Dunn in 1975.

In 1978, 'Bruce Lee's Fighting Method,' another posthumously published book by Bruce Lee, contributed to the preservation and dissemination of his martial arts techniques and philosophy.

In 1978, Bruce Lee showcased the iconic gold/black 'Mexico 66' shoes and matching tracksuit in the movie 'Game of Death', leaving a lasting impact on fashion and popularizing the stylish footwear choice.

The first beat 'em up game, Kung-Fu Master, was based on Bruce Lee's film 'Game of Death'. This game marked the foundation for video game genres such as beat 'em up action games and fighting games, solidifying Lee's influence on the gaming industry.

A biography book about Bruce Lee had sold more than 4 million copies by 1988, showcasing his enduring legacy and cultural impact.

On March 31, 1993, Bruce Lee's son, Brandon Lee, was tragically killed on the set of the movie 'The Crow,' marking a devastating event for the Lee family and the film industry.

Brandon Lee, son of Bruce Lee, tragically passed away after a prop gun accident while filming The Crow in 1994.

In 1999, Bruce Lee was profiled in Time magazine's Time 100: The Most Important People of the 20th Century under Heroes and Icons of the 20th Century.

In 2001, Premier Magazine named Bruce Lee as the 3rd most influential deceased show business talent, behind #1 Walt Disney and #2 Stanley Kubrick.

In 2002, Bruce Lee’s granddaughter, Wren Lee Keasler, was born and The Bruce Lee Foundation was formed.

In 2004, Bruce Lee was awarded the EMMA (Ethnic Multicultural Media Academy) Legacy Award in London for his humanitarian achievement through the spiritual philosophy of martial arts, which challenged racism and added substance to people's lives. Other recipients of this award include Gandhi and Martin Luther King.

In 2005, a statue of Bruce Lee was unveiled in Hong Kong, honoring his legacy and impact.

The martial arts philosophy of Bruce Lee served as an influence on the development of the parkour discipline by the Yamakasi in the 1990s. Lee's philosophy, along with the acrobatics of Jackie Chan, contributed to the evolution of parkour as a physical and mental discipline.

On January 6, 2009, it was announced that Bruce Lee's Hong Kong home at 41 Cumberland Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong, would be preserved and transformed into a tourist site by Yu Pang-lin. However, this plan did not materialize after Yu's death in 2015.

Bruce Lee was inducted into the Asian Hall Of Fame by the Robert Chinn Foundation on May 14th in Seattle. He was recognized for his contribution to the Asian-American experience in the USA and beyond. The award was accepted on Bruce's behalf by Linda Cadwell and actor Jason Scott Leigh.

The United States House of Representatives pays tribute to Bruce Lee with an official congressional tribute on the House Record, recognizing his achievements and contributions to society as a master teacher, catalyst for social change and civil rights, and a cultural and American icon.

In 2014, the Wing Luke Museum in Seattle, Washington, opened a 3-year exhibit titled 'Do You Know Bruce' dedicated to Bruce Lee, offering an in-depth exploration of the martial artist's life and legacy.

In 2015, Bruce Lee was honored by Governor Jerry Brown and inducted into the California Museum's Hall of Fame, alongside other notable figures. This recognition was accompanied by a year-long exhibit celebrating his achievements.

In 2018, Yu's grandson, Pang Chi-ping, announced plans to convert Bruce Lee's mansion into a centre for Chinese studies, offering courses like Mandarin and Chinese music for children.

Producer Jason Kothari acquired the rights to The Silent Flute to become a miniseries, with John Fusco as a screenwriter and executive producer.

In an article in the December 2022 issue of Clinical Kidney Journal, a team of researchers concluded that Bruce Lee's fatal cerebral edema was brought on by hyponatremia, an insufficient concentration of sodium in the blood.

In 2024, a proposal was made to erect a statue of Bruce Lee in San Francisco, with Lee's daughter expressing support for the initiative. The proposal reflects the ongoing recognition of Bruce Lee's cultural impact and the desire to honor his legacy in diverse global locations.