OBITUARY: Taky Kimura, 96, Student and Friend of Bruce Lee
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Taky Kimura (1924-2021)
Takauki “Taky” Kimura, one of Bruce Lee’s top students and closest friends, died on Jan. 7 at the age of 96.
Kimura’s son, Taky Andrew Kimura, posted on Facebook, “He passed away at home surrounded by family. Please allow our family a few days to grieve and we will release a statement. Thank you all for your love and support.”
Lee’s daughter, Shannon Lee, posted, “First and foremost, Taky was a beautiful human being, a gentle soul with a kind heart. Taky was also my father’s best friend — best man at his wedding, first assistant instructor at his first school in Seattle, and loyal friend and supporter of our family.