New Zealand actors who deceased at age 56
Here are 1 famous actors from New Zealand died at 56:
Inia Te Wiata
Inia Te Wiata (June 10, 1915 Otaki-June 26, 1971 London) also known as Inia Morehu Tauhia Watene Iarahi Waihurihia Te Wiata or Inia Wiata was a New Zealand opera singer, actor, artist, visual artist and music artist. He had seven children, Rima Te Wiata, Kirikowhai Te Wiata, Hinemoan' Te Wiata, Iwikau Te Wiata, Gloria Te Wiata, Budgie Te Wiata and Inja Te Wiata jnr..
He died in pancreatic cancer.
Te Wiata was born in Otaki, New Zealand, and was of Maori descent. He grew up in a musical family and started his career singing in bars and nightclubs. He later trained at the New South Wales Conservatorium of Music in Sydney, Australia. During his career, Te Wiata performed in numerous operas, including "Porgy and Bess" and "The Barber of Seville."
Aside from opera, Te Wiata was also a renowned actor. He starred in several films, including the 1957 adaptation of Norman Lindsay's "The Magic Pudding." He also appeared in several television shows, including the American series "The Buccaneers."
In addition to his work as a singer and actor, Te Wiata was also an accomplished artist. He created a series of portraits of Maori leaders and was known for his woodcarving.
Despite his success, Te Wiata faced discrimination throughout his career due to his race. He broke barriers as one of the first Maori performers to achieve international success.
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