The Martial Arts History Museum in Glendale, California, drew an unprecedented crowd on April 12, 2025, to celebrate the life and achievements of martial arts icon Lady Lallaine Reed. The event featured a biographical film screening and a compelling lecture that illuminated Reed’s extraordinary personal journey.
Reed’s life story is a profound testament to human resilience, encompassing her survival of childhood kidnapping and navigating the traumatic experience of her own child’s abduction. Throughout these challenges, martial arts emerged as a transformative healing force in her life.
Museum president Michael Matsuda highlighted the significance of documenting martial artists’ stories, emphasizing that while major networks often overlook their contributions, these narratives are crucial to understanding cultural history. The museum’s growing library of biographical films now includes nearly 30 documentaries available on platforms like Roku.
During the event, Reed engaged with attendees through an insightful lecture and Q&A session, sharing her experiences as a veteran martial artist in Tang Soo Do and Tai Chi. She is also a certified massage therapist and serves on the museum’s Advisory Board.
The biographical film screening and book signing provided attendees with an intimate glimpse into Reed’s multifaceted life, underscoring the museum’s mission to preserve and celebrate martial arts pioneers. By documenting these stories, the Martial Arts History Museum ensures that remarkable individual journeys are not forgotten but instead inspire future generations.
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