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Jim Kelly

Actor

Jim Kelly

Acting
1973 — 1978 · 7 films
Lived
5 May 1946 — d. 2013
From
Paris, Kentucky, USA

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.

Career Signature

How Jim Kelly’s filmography reads.

Five of Perfery’s 75 vibes, averaged across every film they acted in.