Taylor Wily

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Actor Taylor Wily, Known for 'Hawaii Five-0,' Passes Away at 56

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Sad news in the entertainment world as beloved actor Taylor Wily, famous for his role in 'Hawaii Five-0,' has passed away at the age of 56. 🌺 #TaylorWily #HawaiiFive0 #Actor

Actor Taylor Wily, best known for his role as Kamekona Tupuola on the popular TV series 'Hawaii Five-0,' has sadly passed away at the age of 56. The Hawaiian-born star also made a notable appearance in the movie 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall,' showcasing his versatile acting skills.

Before gaining fame as an actor, Taylor Wily had a unique background as a sumo wrestler and mixed martial artist, adding to his on-screen presence and performance. His portrayal of the lovable character Kamekona garnered him a loyal fan base and critical acclaim.

Wily's legacy extends beyond 'Hawaii Five-0,' with appearances in other hit series like 'Magnum P.I.' and 'MacGyver,' showcasing his range and talent as an actor. His impactful presence in the entertainment industry will be deeply missed by fans and colleagues.

In memory of Taylor Wily, fans and celebrities alike have taken to social media to express their condolences and share fond memories of his remarkable performances, highlighting his impact and lasting legacy in the entertainment world.

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Taylor Wily, 'Hawaii Five-0' and 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall' star, dies ... (NBC News)

Taylor Wily, the former sumo wrestler who was a scene-stealer in the “Hawaii Five-0” reboot and projects such as “Forgetting Sarah Marshall,” died on ...

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'Hawaii Five-O' Actor Taylor Wily Dies at 56 (Hollywood Reporter)

Hawaiian-born sumo wrestler and actor Taylor Wily, who starred on Hawaii Five-0 reboot and in the movie Forgetting Sarah Marshall, has died at 56.

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'Hawaii Five-0' star Taylor Wily dies at 56 (WDSU New Orleans)

Actor Taylor Wily, best known for playing Kamekona Tupuola on "Hawaii Five-0," has died at the age of 56.

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Taylor Wily Dies: 'Hawaii Five-0' Actor Was 56 (Deadline)

Although specifics regarding the death — where, and a cause — were not immediately known, his passing was confirmed by Peter M. Lenkov, executive producer of ...

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'Hawaii Five-0' actor Taylor Wily dead at 56 (NBC New York)

"Hawaii Five-0" actor Taylor Wily, who portrayed Kamekona on the series, died at the age of 56, creator Peter M. Lenkov confirmed June 20.

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Taylor Wily, 'Hawaii Five-0′ and 'Magnum P.I.' actor, dies at 56 (Hawaii News Now)

The Laie native was a ...

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'Hawaii Five-0' Actor Taylor Wily, a former sumo wrestler, dies at age ... (OCRegister)

Wily played Kamekona Tupuola and appeared in 171 episodes of "Hawaii Five-0." He also appeared in episodes of "MacGyver" and "Magnum P.I."

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'Hawaii Five-0' actor Taylor Wily dead at 56 (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

"Hawaii Five-0" actor Taylor Wily, who portrayed Kamekona on the series, died at the age of 56, creator Peter M. Lenkov confirmed June 20.

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'Hawaii Five-0' actor Taylor Wily dies at 56 (KTLA)

Actor Taylor Wily, best known for his role as Kamekona Tupuola on “Hawaii Five-0,” has passed away. He was 56 years old. Lana Girl Langi, a Hawaiian ...

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"Hawaii Five-0" actor Taylor Wily dead at 56 (CBS News)

Wily was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. Before entering the film and television industry, he had a career as a sumo wrestler and mixed martial artist. Sign up ...

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Taylor Wily, actor known for 'Hawaii Five-0' and 'Magnum P.I.," dies ... (KABC-TV)

Funeral services were pending for Taylor Wily, a former sumo wrestler who gained fame as an actor by portraying an informant on "Hawaii Five-0."

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Taylor Wily, 'Hawaii Five-0,' 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall' actor, dies (Los Angeles Times)

Taylor Wily, the Samoan actor best known for his roles in 'Hawaii Five-0' and 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall,' has died. He was 56.

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'Hawaii Five-0' fan favorite and UFC fighter Taylor Wily dies at 56 (The Associated Press)

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Taylor Wily, a former sumo wrestler who became known for his role as confidential informant Kamekona Tupuola on both “Hawaii Five-0” and ...

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Taylor Wily, 'Hawaii Five-0' and 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall' Actor ... (The New York Times)

Taylor Wily, who played a shrimp truck vendor and police informant on the television reboot of “Hawaii Five-0,” and who in his earlier years was an ...

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'Hawaii Five-0' star Taylor Wily dead at 56 (NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ)

Taylor Wily, also known as Teila Tuli, was a regular on "Hawaii Five-0."

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Taylor Wily, 56, of "Hawaii Five-0" has died (Spectrum News)

HONOLULU — Taylor Wily, the beloved actor from Laie of "Hawaii 5-0" reboot fame died Thursday, according to social media reports. He was 56.

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Taylor Wily Dead: 'Hawaii Five-0' Star Was 56 (Variety)

Taylor Wily, the former sumo wrestler who was a scene-stealer in the "Hawaii Five-0" reboot, died on Thursday at 56 years old.

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'Hawaii Five-0' fan favorite and UFC fighter Taylor Wily dies at 56 (WIFR)

Taylor Wily, a former ...

Hawaii Five-0 star Taylor Wily dies aged 56 (BBC News)

The actor had a recurring role as Kamekona Tupuola in the crime drama series.

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'Hawaii Five-0' fan favorite and UFC fighter Taylor Wily dies at 56 (WECT)

Taylor Wily, a former ...

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'Hawaii Five-0' fan favorite and UFC fighter Taylor Wily dies at 56 (KGNS.tv)

Taylor Wily, a former ...

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'Hawaii Five-0' star Taylor Wily dead at 56 (WWLTV.com)

Taylor Wily, also known as Teila Tuli, was a regular on "Hawaii Five-0."

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