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Cover Story Throwback: Larry Lam and Richard Brandon

Magazine cover of two martial artists sparring outdoors in white uniforms. Text reads: "A Karateman's Fight to the Finish with Leukemia."
Two "Black Belt Magazine" covers featured; one with a woman in a hat, the other with a man in a red gi. Spring '25 issue promotion.

The August 2002 cover featured martial arts stuntman extraordinaire Larry Lam and the late Richard Brandon—two influential figures who left a lasting legacy in the martial arts world.


Larry Lam, a champion in both Tae Kwon Do and Kung Fu, successfully transitioned from the tournament circuit to become one of Hollywood’s most respected stunt performers and coordinators. Renowned for his precision, creativity, and leadership, Lam played a key role in shaping the action of countless films and television shows, bringing martial arts to life for audiences worldwide.


Richard Brandon, a rising wushu star, was widely recognized as one of the most outstanding forms competitors on the North American open circuit.


Two men pose with martial arts weapons on the cover of "Black Belt" magazine. Headline: "Winning Weapons Routines." Bold, intense mood.

Learn more about this cover and the entire magazine preserved in digital format: https://www.blackbeltmag.com 



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