Lee James (weightlifter)

Lee Roy James (October 31, 1953 – February 11, 2023) was an American Olympic weightlifter.[1]

On February 18, 2023, it was announced that James had died at the age of 69.[2]

Weightlifting achievements
  • Silver Medalist Olympic Games (1976)
  • Silver Medalist Senior World Championships (1976)
  • Senior American record holder in snatch (1972-1992)
  • Senior National Champion (1976 and 1978)

References
  1. Olympic results
  2. Oliver, Brian (18 February 2023). "American Olympic weightlifting medallist Lee James dies aged 69". Inside the Games. Retrieved 18 February 2023.


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