Jim Kelly Interview 2010 (Part 2): Talks Autobiography, Death rumors, UFC, the Future, & the Fans

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Uncut/Unedited Interview with the legendary Jim Kelly as he touches upon different subjects for the fans.
Jim Kelly is most famous for his role as the ultra smooth talking and cool cat character Williams in Enter the Dragon produced by Warner Brothers starring Bruce Lee along with John Saxon, Bolo Yeung, Ahna Capri, Bob Wall, Shih Kien, Peter Archer, Angela Mao, and Betty Chung. Cameos were also made by Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung.
He is also a highly regarded Karate expert and Tennis pro after a successful string of blaxploitation and martial arts films in the 1970s. He recently appeared in Afro Ninja and the banned Nike commercial The Chamber of Fear with LeBron James.
Here in Part 2 some highlights include his ideas for an Autobiography, The UFC and several of his favorite fighters, Future personal appearances, his future in movies, the fans, and clarifying the rumors of his death.
Filmed at the Autograph Nationals in Pasadena, CA in March 2010.
Special thanks to Mr.Kelly for his time, generosity, and courtesy for making everything possible. Your kindness will never be forgotten.
Filmed using Canon FS200

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28 мар 2010

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@williamkang1986 3 года назад

Jim Kelly is such a gentleman. He gave props to Bruce Lee. Much respect for him.

@Jonathan-pc3ww 8 лет назад

in my youth in the 70s on, Mr kelly was a role model for me. Being Black, they were only a few celebs like Ali, jim Brown. thank you brotha for being a positive role model. RIP.

@davewave2760 3 года назад

Jim was a man of integrity, who gave Bruce his proper due, unlike Chuck, who lied in order to appear. better than Bruce. Above martial arts, Bruce emphasized to express yourself honestly, which Jim did, while Chuck honestly lied.

@G1raff3s 5 лет назад

“I’M TO BUSY LOOKING GOOD”...

@Dixey3 6 лет назад

Surreal hearing him talk about people who thought he was dead, now that he is actually dead. RIP - I wish I could have met him.

@RandomUsername010 14 лет назад

Jim Kelly, always cool. Jim Kelly fact: Jim Kelly would've kicked Chuck Norris ass in Way of the Dragon, but he never bothered to show up cuz he was "Too busy looking good."

@LupusRexRgis 14 лет назад

Jim Kelly, a GREAT MAN!!!

@JB0071051982 9 лет назад

Thank You for sharing this interview. Mr. Jim Kelly was a true martial artist and a gentleman until the very end. Just this year ( January 2015) I began training in Goshin Ryu Karate which is a hybrid style composed of four different styles of Okinawaian Karate and stuff from Judo, Jiu-Jitsu and Aikido, plus Okinawaian Weaponry(aka Kubudo). RIP Mr. Kelly and thank you for all you have given the martial arts world.

@vrz07 11 лет назад

Guy looked in great shape mentally and physically. How did cancer get him, RIP

@nicholaschazprice1 11 лет назад

I remember growing up and seeing Enter the Dragon. I was so impressed by Bruce and Jim I studied martial arts for 12 years and I even tried to grow the Jim Kelly Afro and sideburns.

@Stick3x 11 лет назад

REST IN POWER brother. It was a pleasure meeting you in L.A. at your Dojo in the 70' s

@cujo9 13 лет назад

a pleasure to see this outstanding guy interviewed

@mjt11860 10 лет назад

miss him. did he ever write his book? would love to read it.

@thecreator1455 7 лет назад

r.i.p we love you Jim, this man spoke the truth Bruce lee was the best, and for you chuck Norris you talk a lot of shit Bruce lee back in the days would of drop you in a matter of second, and if he was alive today he would shut your mouth you know it and the world know's it. a shout out to Linda & Shannon Lee

@dingfeldersmurfalot4560 3 года назад

Yup, Chuck talks a lot of crap. He just won't stop. Hollywood-style ego for sure.

@caesarvalentin7155 6 лет назад

Jim kelly was classy guy with a gift of fighting style.

@Powerjudo 14 лет назад

Great interview! Jim Kelly was my role model when I was growing up...he inspired me to study martial arts. And I'm a white guy! His ability, confidence, and bearing really inspired me. Thanks for posting.

@PanteraMark 13 лет назад

Glad to see Jim doing so well. 2 of my favorite scenes in Enter the Dragon was the fight with the cops in the alley were Jim kicked their butts and took their patrol car to the airport and the part were Jim and John Saxon were setting this guy up on bets. Great interview by the interviewer.

@GuitarZen83 11 лет назад

I was disappointed to see that Grandmaster Kelly did not get any respect on the list of celebs that we lost this year so I did what I know how to do I wrote him a song, "fists Full Of Dynamite. If you are a fan please check it out and let me know what you think. R.I.P Grandmaster Kelly.

@Mr786Addzy 10 лет назад

Great guy...So humble and genuine. R.I.P....

@KatoFilms 14 лет назад

Thanks I appreciate it. Jim looks fantastic and is just really good at a lot of stuff. He's an incredible athlete.

@jawarakarega7534 2 года назад

What a Great guy Jim Kelly is. One so true, good, kind, special and gifted can never die! 🌊💪🥋⚡🤛👊🤜 💥

@TOYMASTERFUL 11 лет назад

This is really really said to hear that he died...even more now after hearing this interview of his past 'death rumors'. I felt nothing when James Gandolfini died but I grew up inspired by this guy in Enter the Dragon...this really blow me away today!

@FistFullOfMovies 14 лет назад

Great interview!! He comes across as a really down to earth and kind guy. I wonder what's his thoughts are on Ali and Foreman as boxers back in the day...

@DanielDurzo 12 лет назад

Jim Kelly Is brilliant, I love him and Bruce in Enter the Dragon, I think Jim Kelly should of had chuck norris's roles, I don't really rate Chuck Norris, Jim Kelly is the man, I never buy books but i'd genuinely buy Jim's i think he's a cool man and very interesting.

@DoctorZisIN 11 лет назад

It is now 2013 and Jim just passed away. Such a sad irony to hear the last words of this interview. Nobody seemed to be aware that he had cancer. RIP, Jim, a great actor, role model and most of all a true gentleman. We miss you already.

@kevinkhaos4085 11 лет назад

Wow him talking about the Death Rumors at the end really hit home now that he's really gone..

@paoyang8558 7 лет назад

RIP Jim Kelly!!! You the best!! Bruce n Jim in heaven reunited!!

@mtume007 14 лет назад

Hey Katofilms that was a great interview. Thanks for posting and I learned some more about Jim Kelly who was a great martial artist. I liked that he paid homage and showed much respect to Bruce Lee. Keep up the good work.

@cujo9 13 лет назад

jim you are a true hero, i bow down to the awesomeness of your life.

@petrucci15 14 лет назад

i just got a book that john saxon did wit hthe photos from enter the dragon set...n its signed by him....what a legend haha! only jim kelly left now to get an autograph from or meet like u did and i can say im happy :P thanks for the video....so awsome to see Mr Kelly

@SoulBrother_1 13 лет назад

@KatoFilms Thanks for the interview I'm a big Jim Kelly fan, It was great to see him doin well.

@KatoFilms 14 лет назад

Yes he is. As he mentioned "You never know when that next offer will come around", so he has to be prepared.

@Buckl 11 лет назад

Just saw this , important stuff. seeing the great J.K. great job with the interview.

@Skyjuice70 4 года назад

LEGEND!!!

@-Uranos- 11 лет назад

Put him in the next Expendables...give him one line..."Man, you come right out of a comic book"

@wonphi 14 лет назад

Jim Kelly is awesome. Glad he is still full of energy. He should definitely do some voice over work for cartoons or videogames. He's got a cool attitude.

@KatoFilms 13 лет назад

@thehomefront Thanks bro. We became friends after the interview and still keep in touch as we have much in common. Take care.

@paulpolpiboon9535 7 лет назад

Good Interviewer. RIP Master Kelly

@robertquentincobb 11 лет назад

A very Magnetic Personality. RIP Jim.

@musiclover3928 14 лет назад

We love you Jim Kelly!. Great to see more of you :)

@docspeaks 11 лет назад

Great Video. First Class All The Way!!

@caltams 14 лет назад

Hey KatoFilms. Great interview. Thanks for posting.

@thehomefront1905 13 лет назад

i have to hand it to you, you are a great interviewer, we can see that jim likes you, keep em coming my friend.

@biodag 13 лет назад

Great interview Franklin! Loved Jim Kelly in Enter The Dragon to bits so it is good to see him doing this informative interview. Apart form asking sensible questions the best thing an interviewer can do just is let the subject speak. Thats was the style of Parkinson here in the UK. Good luck with future interviews and keep em coming....now what about doing one on Dan Inosanto.

@KatoFilms 14 лет назад

@mtume007 You're welcome and glad you liked it. I tried asking Jim all the right questions that the fans want to know. Jim has the ultimate respect for Bruce Lee and was not afraid of expressing his views on it.

@KatoFilms 14 лет назад

Thanks bro.

@jack2breeze 14 лет назад

Great to see you Jim!

@holygroove2 13 лет назад

Glad to see him "alive and kickin". =) Also glad to see someone else who worked with Jun Fan that pays him respect.

@ssb753 5 лет назад

Thank you for being honest

@hotpopcorncake 14 лет назад

Still rocking the fro with class.

@marketinguploads4264 6 лет назад

RIP Jim Kelly

@ddurk59 Год назад

Wow, what a class act and such a generally GREAT guy & person. So articulate, classy & kind. I feel bad that he passed only a few short years after this interview. Does anyone know if he ever wrote that book he mentioned? As this was only a few short years before he had passed. It would be a GREAT read if he had a chance to do so. Rest In Our Lords glorious Peace Champion. You will never be forgotten, especially in the Martial Arts & Acting world. 🙏

@allanstevens1063 2 года назад

Rip jim ur greatly missed

@SirSwiftusFunkellwerk 13 лет назад

awesome!

@eljaytomas123 11 лет назад

R.I.P. Jim.

@KatoFilms 14 лет назад

@Powerjudo Thanks bro and glad he made a positive difference in your life. Jim has inspired many fans and martial artists from all walks of life and even still so today.

@profeso07 14 лет назад

Great person !

@grumpyjamaican 10 лет назад

R.I.P jim see you in the next life my friend .

@KatoFilms 13 лет назад

@biodag Thanks bro and I agree. It's best to let the person talk uninterrupted our of courtesy and professionalism. If I can meet up with Dan Inosanto i'll try to arrange an interview.

@jayremmi 14 лет назад

hmmm i wonder were to find a bolo yeung interview.. i loved this interview.

@TheLeonSalmon 13 лет назад

Legend:)

@KatoFilms 13 лет назад

@IDontHoldTheTruth Thanks I appreciate it. I hope to have more interviews in the future.

@cybersalad 13 лет назад

Jim is in great shape.

@jennieatkinson2919 5 лет назад

You know It's really fucked up that his movie career didn't go far as it should have that is some bullshit. I miss Jim Kelly may you RIP my brother!

@DJNAMIX 14 лет назад

I wanna see Jim Kelly at comic con in NYC!!! Come to nyc Please! =-)

@blhackmoon 12 лет назад

Awesome interviewer I think Jim Kelly was the best fighter ever He was my hero growing up All I can remember the most is Ohoooo....

@t.morrison4400 2 года назад

I once had a crush on the talented Mr J Kelly. I loved his humility among other things. But, did you EVER watch The Green Hornet? Bruce Lee starred as the white guy’s (don’t even recall his name) sidekick kato. I had a long time crush on kato whom for many years later I did not know the actor behind the mask was Mr Lee!! I was a little girl so infatuated with whom I believed to be the REAL star of that show. Years later I heard and read of his very troubled and tragic demise☹️

@KatoFilms 13 лет назад

@WarriorBoy Great! Authentic Jim Kelly autographs are not easy to obtain as he only sells them in person at conventions. No website yet unfortunately.

@KatoFilms 14 лет назад

@BlazedaTrack Thanks man!

@karlcambridge7513 7 лет назад

rip jk lots of respect for you and I enjoyed your movies very much and thanks for telling the truth about the little dragon because he was great and so we're you

@WarriorBoy 13 лет назад

@KatoFilms: Unfortunately I didn't get to meet him, I had a friend of mine pick it up and I was of course told the man is nothing but appreciative of his fans.

@WarriorBoy 13 лет назад

Black Belt Jones himself, class act! I have an autograph from Wondercon!

@Macmittens411 14 лет назад

Oh shit!! It's BLACK BELT JONES!!! My Favorite movie that he started in. Cool Black guy!!! Black Belt Jones (:

@johnlee-fz6ub 11 лет назад

I USED TO LOOK LIKE KELLY BEFORE I CUT MY HAIR GOD BLESS TO THE FAMILY

@pokeycactus 11 лет назад

After silva and before GSP, he was about to say Lyoto Machida. Because of course, they're both karate masters. Also, it sounded like he was saying, " Lly...uh."

@5enbiya5 13 лет назад

what is the music in 0:00-0:06 THANKS

@jukijunk 14 лет назад

Mann Jim, U come rite out of a comic book.

@KatoFilms 14 лет назад

@caltams You're welcome bro. Thanks for watching.

@kevinkhaos4085 11 лет назад

RIP Mr. Kelly, Does anyone know if he got to write his book?

@buttercup5920 4 года назад

No ion think he did

@KatoFilms 14 лет назад

That must have been a different user because I don't have a video on Fedor. From all the videos i've seen of Jim Kelly online (not many available) he's only said positive things about Fedor.

@KatoFilms 13 лет назад

@Mr007batman The term was first coined by Dana White - President of the UFC and Bruce's style was not meant for the cage. Regardless of what you agree or disagree with he popularized the martial arts and his "Best style is no style" philosophy more than anyone in history.

@RodGardner 6 месяцев назад

Has Jim Kelly wrote an biography before his passing ?

@Achillies101 14 лет назад

@tonyvalente All Kyokushin sparring allows kicking the head, just not punching. It does make for some bad habits among certain groups, but it is nothing something that makes the style irreversibly bad. That rule was added so that matchest would last longer. The clip you sent me was of my specific kyokushin organization by the way.

@KatoFilms 14 лет назад

@ CheckinGagaiNagain. Thanks for the clarification. I'll pass this onto Tony if he didn't already see this.

@juanroidsmarquez8386 11 лет назад

RIP

@KatoFilms 14 лет назад

@skyhime John Saxon is alive and well at 75 years old.

@rickocconnell9056 2 года назад

I'm gutted this guy lost his fight with cancer

@Savage_to_Sage Год назад

So no one asked who Gordon Doversola was... The man that Bruce Lee took private lessons from...

@Achillies101 14 лет назад

@tonyvalente You are correct sir, Oyama was bald and he was Korean. I am assuming you knowledge of him comes primarily from a youtube video of him from when he was 70 or so. In his sixties he did gain some weight because his injuries kept him from training, but pictures and videos of him as a younger man show him as totally ripped. Time magazine even named him the toughest man alive. I really can't argue with you over this topic without sounding childish.

@TheMax200g 11 лет назад

Does he still have the purple Ferrari from 'The Black Samurai?'

@SithV1 13 лет назад

Jim Kelly is not dead. He's just hanging out in Tibuktu with Andy Kaufman, Tupac Shakur and Michael Jackson. lol.

@iluvcliffrichard 12 лет назад

Yes write a book and tell the world that bruce lee was the hardest man who ever lived and would whoop MMA tourny fighters.

@Blackjesus3 14 лет назад

gudd video

@megadeath45 14 лет назад

Bushido Brown!!

@DariushUFC1985 13 лет назад

I would have loved if you'd make him look in the camera and say "Bullshit mr han man!"

@ryanarthur8731 12 лет назад

I'm a big fan of uhhhhh, uhhhhh....you know...uhhhhhh

@ramani.a.8138 5 лет назад

ryan arthur He mean the art they do ( skills ).

@JustThink00 14 лет назад

i'm no martial artist and i know NOTHING about UFC. I watched one episode. Thing is, it didn't seem real to me. I mean in full contact mixed martial arts you'd expect people to be bloody and broken within 2 minutes but some of these fights really drag on. Very few of them seem to exhibit any skill anywhere near what i'd expect from the best fighters in the world. It just looks like boxing with some occasional wrestling. where's the rest of the martial arts?

@Achillies101 14 лет назад

Mas Oyama would have killed Bruce Lee.

@Mr007batman 13 лет назад

Judo Gene Lebell had the first modren mma fight back in 1963 in Salt Lake City. He fought a boxer and won and he also was one of Bruce Lee grappleing teachers. Bruce was not the father of mma!