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California establishes Bruce Lee Day, honoring martial arts icon

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California has officially designated May 17 as Bruce Lee Day, honoring the martial arts icon as the first Chinese-American to receive such a distinction in the state. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the law, which was championed by Assemblymember Matt Haney. The day commemorates Lee's return to San Francisco from Hong Kong in 1959. His daughter, Shannon Lee, stated that the honor reflects her father's significant cultural impact and legacy. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese-American in the state

    Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese-American in California history with an annual namesake day. Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law on Tuesday afternoon officially designating May 17 as Bruce Lee Day, according to the office of…

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