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Lee TAMAHORI

Lee TAMAHORI Obituary

Tamahori, Lee. Born 22 April 1950, died peacefully on 7 November 2025. Son of Piripi and Patricia. Long time love of Justine. Beloved brother of Philip, Wayne, Renaye and Glenn. Father of Sam, Max, Meka and Tané. Koroua of Cora Lee and pepi on the way. His legacy endures in his whānau, his mokopuna, every filmmaker he inspired, every boundary he broke, and every story he told with his genius eye and honest heart. A charismatic leader and fierce creative, Lee championed Māori talent both on and off screen. Moe mai rā e te rangatira.

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Published by The New Zealand Herald on Nov. 12, 2025.

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J Peterson

December 6, 2025

So compelling and fiercely honest, I will miss his films and narrative. I send my condolences to his family and friends. He´s irreplaceable and will be unbelievably missed.

Diane Harrison

December 1, 2025

My heartfelt condolences to the family and. Death is very hard to deal with because it robs us of our joy of being with our love ones. Soon death will be eliminated forever.

Rachael Smart

November 18, 2025

My condolences to your family. Lee´s life will live on forever in the hearts and minds of many people. May Our Almighty God give you comfort and peace.

RB

November 17, 2025

Such an amazing director. His creative genius was seen in all of his works. His spirit made working with him a pleasure. Heartfelt condolences to the Tamahori family. May God be with you all in your time of loss. Truly sorry for your loss.

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Chris

November 12, 2025

I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Lee Tamahori. May the God of all comfort be with your family as you mourn his loss.

Wayne Bourne

November 12, 2025

RIP, A great director and giant of the film industry.

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