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Lee Evans

Lee Edward Evans was an American sprinter. He won two gold medals in the 1968 Summer Olympics, setting world records in the 400 meters and the 4 × 400 meters relay, both of which stood for 20 and 24 years respectively.

Known for

Black Power Salute
Black Power Salute
2008 • Self - 400m, 4 × 400m Relay; Olympic Gold 1968
Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games
Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games
1999 • Self
Malcolm X
Malcolm X
1972 • Self - 1968 Olympics (archive footage) (as L. Evans)

Full filmography

Black Power Salute
Black Power Salute
2008 • Self - 400m, 4 × 400m Relay; Olympic Gold 1968
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Malcolm X
Malcolm X
1972 • Self - 1968 Olympics (archive footage) (as L. Evans)
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Lee Evans – Biography, Known For & Filmography