Linda Lee Cadwell’s claim to fame is as is widow of ace martial artist and Hollywood star Bruce Lee. In her own rights, however, she has made a name for herself as a writer, former kindergarten teacher, and martial arts enthusiast. Although currently married to Bruce Cadwell, she continues to uphold the legacy of her widely celebrated late husband. Fans and loyalists who know so much about Bruce Lee now want to know more about the woman in his life at the time of his death. This post gives an insight into the life of Linda Lee Cadwell. her biography, net worth and other interesting facts about her?
Linda Lee Cadwell’s Biography
Linda Lee Cadwell was born in Everett,Washington, USA on March 21, 1945 to the family of Everett Emery and Vivian R. Hester. Her middle-class Baptist family was of Swedish, Irish, and English descent. Linda Lee Cadwell attended high school at Edmond Meany Jr. High and later attended Garfield High School in Seattle, Washington. It was here that Linda first met kung fu teacher Bruce Lee.
After graduating from high school, she attended the University of Washington but dropped only a few credits with graduation. However, she later returned to complete her studies. Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She also earned a teaching degree, which formed the basis of her career as a kindergarten teacher.
Although she first met Bruce Lee in high school, she became his student at the University of Washington; She took kung fu classes while studying to become a teacher. By this time, Bruce Lee had opened his own kung fu school and was majoring in Wing Chun. However, their relationship was more than that of the regular teacher-student association. It turned into a passionate love affair in which they got married on August 17, 1964. Linda Lee was close to graduation at the time. Together they had two children, a son, Brandon Lee (born February 1, 1965) and Shannon Lee (born April 19, 1969); Both became actors and martial artists like their father. But the marriage they emerged from was short-lived as Bruce Lee died suddenly of cerebral edema on July 20, 1973.
career
Although Linda Lee worked as a Cadwell kindergarten teacher, her career story is much more than that. Two years after her husband’s sudden death, Linda Lee published her first book entitled: Bruce Lee – The Man Only I Knew . Drawing on Bruce Lee’s popularity, the book became an instant hit and received numerous positive reviews. Due to popular demand, it was published by Warner at least three times in 1975 alone – in April, June and August. The book formed the basis of the 1993 film, Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story , starring Jason Scott and Lauren Holly.
Wealth (income and earnings)
Although it’s not clear how much wealth Bruce Lee has, according to sources who have put Linda Lee Cadwell’s net worth at over $10 million, or how much his widow earns today. Aside from Michael Jackson, Bruce Lee’s estate remains one of the highest earning estates of a deceased celebrity.
More interesting facts about Bruce Lee’s wife
1. She was a high school cheer leader
Gentle-looking Linda Lee Cadwell was an avid cheerleader in high school. As a young girl, Linda Lee also wanted to be a doctor because she saw that her mother had to suffer to educate her.
2. She lost her father at an early age
Linda Lee didn’t have a happy childhood, so to speak, she lost her father when she was only 5 years old. After his death, she moved to Seattle with her mother and older sister.
3. Marriage to Bruce Lee
After Bruce Lee’s death in 1973, Linda Lee married Tom Bleecker in 1988. Bleecker was a writer and screenwriter with whom she wrote her first book, The Bruce Lee Story. However, they divorced in 1990. A year later, she married the third try to Bruce Cadwell, a stockbroker. The third time, the magic was sure as the two are still together despite the union not producing a child. They currently spend much of their time in Rancho Mirage, California. Linda Lee, in her late seventies, has retired from all active duty and spends much of her time golfing, traveling and spending time with her grandchildren.
4. Height and body measurements
Linda Lee Cadwell is of slim build, standing 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 meters) tall, with light blonde hair and beautiful blue eyes. At the time of this writing, we have no details on her other body measurements.