About José Lei
Lived 1930 – 2023 (aged 92). José Lei was a Chinese architect and athlete.
José Lei, ISO (, aka Lei Ming-kan, 30 October 1930 – 23 February 2023) was an architect and sports shooter. He was Director of the Hong Kong Architectural Services Department, and before that Chief Architect at the former Public Works Department. His designs include the Hong Kong Museum of Art and the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. He retired from public service in 1991.
While on the Hong Kong shooting team, he competed in two events at the 1968 Summer Olympics. He also competed at the 1966, 1970 and 1974 Asian Games. In 1989, Lei was made Companion of the Imperial Service Order.
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Who was José Lei?
Hong Kong sports shooter
When was José Lei born?
José Lei was born on 30 October 1930 in Macau.
When did José Lei die?
José Lei died on 23 February 2023 in Hong Kong.
What was José Lei's occupation?
José Lei was an architect and athlete.
What nationality was José Lei?
José Lei was Chinese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). José Lei. https://biography.guide/jose-lei/
MLA: "José Lei." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jose-lei/.
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