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Remembering Taylor Wily: The Legacy of a 'Hawaii Five-0' Star

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Heartbreaking news about the beloved 'Hawaii Five-0' actor Taylor Wily's passing at 56. Dive into the life and achievements of this remarkable talent.

Taylor Wily, best known for his iconic role as Kamekona Tupuola in the popular 'Hawaii Five-0' reboot, tragically passed away at the age of 56. The former sumo wrestler turned actor captured the hearts of fans with his charismatic performances on screen, leaving an unforgettable mark in the entertainment industry.

With his roots in Hawaii, Taylor Wily's talent shone brightly not only in 'Hawaii Five-0' but also in other notable productions like 'Magnum P.I.' and 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall.' His unique blend of strength and charm made him a fan favorite and a respected figure among his colleagues.

Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, Wily's journey from a successful sumo wrestling and mixed martial arts career to Hollywood showcased his versatility and dedication to his craft. His presence on screen was always commanding, bringing depth and authenticity to every character he portrayed.

Taylor Wily's untimely death has deeply saddened fans around the world, but his legacy lives on through his impactful contributions to the world of entertainment. His talent, passion, and larger-than-life personality will always be remembered fondly by those who had the privilege of watching him perform.

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Taylor Wily Dead: The 'Hawaii Five-O' Star Was 56 (Forbes)

Taylor Wily is most known for his role as Kamekona Tupuola in the long-running reboot of "Hawaii Five-O."

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

HONOLULU โ€” 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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'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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Beloved US TV, film star dead at 56 (NEWS.com.au)

An American UFC fighter turned actor who starred in Hawaii Five-0 passed away on Thursday, his family has announced. Ekin Karasin โ€“ The US Sun. 2 min read.

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Taylor Wily, 'Hawaii Five-0โ€ฒ and 'Magnum P.I.' actor with a 'heart of ... (Hawaii News Now)

The Laie native was a ...

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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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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" 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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Vale: Taylor Wily (TV Tonight)

Wily was from Laie, Hawaii and was of American Samoan descent. Prior to becoming an actor, he was a successful and popular sumo wrester and mixed martial artist ...

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

He spent his early career as a professional sumo wrestler.

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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