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Eric Lee

Acting Born Jul 30, 1948 Zhongshan, Guangdong, China 41 credits
41
Total Credits
1976–2023
48 Years Career Span
17
Vault Titles
10
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Biography

Eric Lee is an actor and a stunt performer. Born on July 30, 1948, in Zhongshan, Guangdong, China, he is also known by the names Lee Wing Chow and Eric W.C. Lee. His professional credits include work in both movies and television shows. Outside of his work in acting and stunt performance, he is recognized in the martial arts community as the undefeated King of Kata, having retired from competition in 1974. During his competitive career from 1970 to 1974, he earned over 100 titles in Kata championships, two Golden Fist Awards, and an induction into the Black Belt Hall of Fame.

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Source [1]: Eric Lee is an actor. Known credits: 36. Gender: Male. Birthday: July 30, 1948. Place of Birth: Zhongshan, Guangdong, China. Also known as: Lee Wing Chow, Eric W.C. Lee.
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Source [3]: Retired from competition in 1974. Stats: 1970-1974 King of Kata, over 100 titles in Kata championships, 2 Golden Fist Awards, Black Belt Hall of Fame.
Source [4]: Grandmaster Eric Lee, undefeated "King of Kata" with over 100 world titles.
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Eric Lee, also known as Lee Wing Chow or Eric W.C. Lee, is an actor and stunt performer. Born in Zhongshan, Guangdong, China, on July 30, 1948, he has 36 known credits.
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Before his work in film, Lee was a competitive martial artist. He was known as the undefeated King of Kata and held over 100 world titles in Kata championships between 1970 and 1974. He retired from competition in 1974. His achievements include receiving two Golden Fist Awards and being inducted into the Black Belt Hall of Fame. He is referred to as Grandmaster Eric Lee.
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Eric Lee, who is also known as Lee Wing Chow or Eric W.C. Lee, is an actor and a stunt performer. Born in Zhongshan, Guangdong, China, on July 30, 1948, he has 36 known credits.

In addition to his work in acting, Lee has a significant background in martial arts competition. He is recognized as Grandmaster Eric Lee and was the undefeated King of Kata. During the period from 1970 to 1974, he earned over 100 world titles in Kata championships. Following his competitive career, which ended in 1974, his accolades include two Golden Fist Awards and induction into the Black Belt Hall of Fame.
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Eric Lee, who is also known by the names Lee Wing Chow and Eric W.C. Lee, is an actor and a stunt performer. Born on July 30, 1948, in Zhongshan, Guangdong, China, he has accumulated 36 known credits in his career.

Lee is also recognized as Grandmaster Eric Lee, a title associated with his extensive background in martial arts. He was an undefeated competitor known as the King of Kata, securing over 100 world titles in Kata championships between 1970 and 1974. His competitive career concluded in 1974. Throughout his history in the martial arts community, he has earned two Golden Fist Awards and has been recognized by the Black Belt Hall of Fame. His legacy is

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Career timeline

Action Legends: Warriors of the Silver Screen
Genius
Sci-FighterSci-Fighter · ChoreographerSci-Fighter · Fight Choreographer
Redemption
The Accidental SpyGangland · Stunts
Bloodsport IISworn to JusticeSworn to Justice · Fight ChoreographerFor Life or DeathTiger Claws II
Fists of Iron
Death Match
Ring of Fire II: Blood and Steel
BobBloodfist III: Forced to Fight · Martial Arts ChoreographerTalons of the EagleDeadly Bet · Fight Choreographer
Showdown in Little Tokyo · StuntsRing of FireRing of Fire · Fight ChoreographerFuture Kick · StuntsThe Master Demon
The Game
Penitentiary III · StuntsSteele Justice
Big Trouble in Little ChinaKaratix
Rambo: First Blood Part II · StuntsInto the Night
Ninja Busters
Going BerserkCocaine and Blue Eyes
The Shinobi NinjaThe Weapons of Death
Americathon
Good Guys Wear Black
Death Machines

Full Filmography

41 titles
  • Action Legends: Warriors of the Silver Screen (2023) as Self
  • Genius (2017) as Boston Deacon
  • Sci-Fighter (2004) as Weapons expert
  • Sci-Fighter (2004) Choreographer
  • Sci-Fighter (2004) Fight Choreographer
  • Redemption (2002) as Li Kwong
  • The Accidental Spy (2001) as Mr. Zen's Bodyguard
  • Gangland (2001) Stunts
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  • Bloodsport II (1996) as Seng
  • Sworn to Justice (1996) as Storekeeper
  • Sworn to Justice (1996) Fight Choreographer
  • For Life or Death (1996) as Shadow Monk Fighter
  • Tiger Claws II (1996) as Old Prisoner
  • Fists of Iron (1995) as Daniel Lee
  • Death Match (1994) as Hotel Clerk
  • Ring of Fire II: Blood and Steel (1993) as Kwong
  • Bob (1992)
  • Bloodfist III: Forced to Fight (1992) Martial Arts Choreographer
  • Talons of the Eagle (1992) as Bodyguard
  • Deadly Bet (1992) Fight Choreographer
  • Showdown in Little Tokyo (1991) Stunts
  • Ring of Fire (1991) as Kwong
  • Ring of Fire (1991) Fight Choreographer
  • Future Kick (1991) Stunts
  • The Master Demon (1991) as Tong Lee / The White Warrior
  • The Master Demon (1991) Producer
  • The Game (1988) as Tokisaki
  • Penitentiary III (1987) Stunts
  • Steele Justice (1987) as New Thug
  • Big Trouble in Little China (1986) as Wing Kong Hatchet Man
  • Karatix (1986) as Himself
  • Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985) Stunts
  • Into the Night (1985) as Parking Attendant
  • Ninja Busters (1984) as Bernie
  • Going Berserk (1983) as Kung Fu Fighter
  • Cocaine and Blue Eyes (1983) as Asian Thug
  • The Shinobi Ninja (1981) as Mo-Shen
  • The Weapons of Death (1981) as Eric
  • Americathon (1979)
  • Good Guys Wear Black (1978) as Bodyguard (uncredited)
  • Death Machines (1976) as Ho Lung, Frank's Karate Teacher (uncredited)

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Eric Lee best known for?

Eric Lee is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Genius (2017), The Accidental Spy (2001), Bloodsport II (1996), For Life or Death (1996).

When and where was Eric Lee born?

Eric Lee was born on July 30, 1948 in Zhongshan, Guangdong, China.

How many credits does Eric Lee have?

Eric Lee has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1976 to 2023.

What is Eric Lee's background in cinema and television?

Eric Lee is an actor and a stunt performer. Born on July 30, 1948, in Zhongshan, Guangdong, China, he is also known by the names Lee Wing Chow and Eric W.C. Lee. His professional credits include work in both movies and television shows. Outside of his work in acting and stunt performance, he is recognized in the martia...

Eric Lee by the numbers

41credits
39films
2TV series
1976–2023active years

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