Iconic actor has died today after shark attack
A PIRATES of the of Caribbean star has been mauled to death in a suspected shark attack.
The lifeless body of Tamayo Perry, 49, was found with several shark bites, Honolulu Emergency Medical Services said on Sunday.
The Pirates of the Caribbean star had been surfing off Goat Island, also known as Mokuauia, near Laie, Hawaii – about 32 miles north of Honolulu.
Officials told the Star-Advertiser that lifeguards took him to shore via jetski after he was found at 1 pm.
Perry starred in major blockbusters including Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.
He previously made an appearance in the 2002 Hollywood hit Blue Crush and also had a role in Hawaii Five-0.
He was teaching surf lessons at the time of his tragic death.
“Tamayo Perry was a lifeguard loved by all, well-known on the North Shore, a professional surfer known worldwide around the world,” said Acting Ocean Safety Chief Kurt Lager in a statement.
“Tamayo’s personality was infectious, and as much as people loved him, he loved everyone else more.
“Our condolences go out to Tamayo’s family and to the entire lifeguard ohana. We’re asking for some privacy for his family at this time.”
