February 1, 1965 – March 31, 1993
Twenty years ago today, Brandon Lee tragically died at the young age of 28 from a gunshot wound while filming the movie The Crow. He was shot accidentally by a prop gun being used on set, which had a bullet lodged in the chamber.
Lee was the son of the late Bruce Lee, a famous martial arts film star who also died at a young age. Brandon Lee followed in his father’s footsteps by becoming a martial artist and actor. He was only 8 years old when his father died so was taught martial arts by some of his father’s students.1
Lee was engaged at the time of his death and was set to be married a week after filming on The Crow wrapped. There have been various conspiracy theories regarding Lee’s death. For an interesting article on Lee’s life and his death, read The Brief Life and Unnecessary Death of Brandon Lee.
