Martial arts expert who was inspiration for star of The Karate Kid dies at age of 84
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Fumio Demura, who is credited with popularising martial arts through his career in films such as The Karate Kid, has died aged 84.
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Fumio Demura, who is credited with popularising martial arts through his career in films such as The Karate Kid, has died aged 84.
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