The beloved actor Taylor Wily, known for his role in the series Hawaii Five-0, died at 56 years old. The sad news was confirmed by the producer Peter Lenkov through his Instagram account, where he expressed his deep pain and shared a behind-the-scenes photo with the artist.
Taylor Wily, whose real name was Teila Tuli, He began his career as a sumo wrestler in the 1980s, standing out as one of the few Americans in this prestigious Japanese sport. His record was remarkable, with 57 wins, 27 losses and 14 draws.
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Before his acting career, the actor also participated in the first UFC event in 1993, making history as the first fighter to lose a fight in this competition. His transition to acting came in the mid-2000s, with his first big break in Jason Segel’s Forgetting Sarah Marshall.
In 2010, Wily landed the role of Kamekona Tupuola in Hawaii Five-0a character he played in 171 episodes. His performance won him the affection of the public and led him to participate in series such as “MacGyver” and “Magnum P.I.” playing the same character.
Wily’s death has left a great void in the fan community and among his colleagues. Lenkov, executive producer of Hawaii Five-0, fondly recalled the first time he met the artist. “You, as I told you many times, I fell in love with you at the first audition. You came in with a towel on your head drying your sweat and I fell in love. You captivated me into becoming a regular… on the show… and in my life. You were family. And I will miss you every day, brother,” he noted.
Taylor Wily leaves his wife Aureola and two childrens. The causes of his death have not yet been released. His legacy in the world of entertainment and his impactful career as a sumo wrestler and actor will be remembered by many.
