New Zealand actors died because of Disease
Here are 1 famous actors from New Zealand died in Disease:
Don Selwyn
Don Selwyn (November 22, 1935-April 13, 2007 Takapuna) a.k.a. Don C. Selwyn or Don Charles Selwyn, ONZM was a New Zealand film director, actor, casting director and film producer.
He was regarded as one of the most influential figures in the development of Maori film in New Zealand. Some of his noteworthy works include the film "Utu", for which he was the casting director, and the film "The Maori Merchant of Venice", which he directed.
Selwyn was born in Te Kuiti, New Zealand, and he had Maori, Welsh and Scottish ancestry. He started out as an actor and appeared in several productions before transitioning to behind-the-scenes work. He founded his own production company, Te Koha Productions, in 1987 with the aim of promoting Maori culture through film.
In recognition of his contributions to New Zealand's film industry, Selwyn was awarded the Order of New Zealand Merit in 2004. He passed away in 2007 at age 71, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneer of Maori film.
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