Born in Paris, Kentucky, USA — May 05 1946• Died Jun 29 2013

James Milton "Jim" Kelly (May 5, 1946 – June 29, 2013) was an American athlete, martial artist, and actor best known for his roles in 1970s action and blaxploitation films. Born in Millersburg, Kentucky, Kelly excelled in athletics from a young age, participating in multiple sports before dedicating himself to Okinawan karate. He became a decorated karate champion, winning several prestigious titles in 1971 and opening his own dojo in Los Angeles. His appearance alongside Bruce Lee in "Enter the Dragon" (1973) launched his acting career, leading to starr…
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Williams

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Lucas

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Charles Atkins

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Jeff

Mister Keyes

Black Belt Jones

Kashtok

Cleavon Washington

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Lt. Detective J. Ash

Jones

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Chuck

Robert Sand

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