'Tamayo Perry, Accomplished Surfer, Fatally Attacked by Shark Near Oahu'
Entertainment | June 24, 2024, 2:54 p.m.
Tamayo Perry, a beloved lifeguard and professional surfer from Oahu, Hawaii, tragically lost his life in a shark attack while surfing. At 49 years old, Perry had become a local celebrity, both on the waves and on screen, with appearances in popular films and television shows like "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Hawaii Five-0." Despite his experience and skill in the water, Perry was unable to survive the attack, and was pronounced dead after being rescued by emergency responders near Goat Island off the coast of Oahu. The community is mourning the loss of a talented and courageous individual, who dedicated his life to both saving others as a lifeguard and showcasing his skills as a surfer. His legacy will live on in the memories of those who knew and admired him.