Lifeguard and Professional Surfer Tamayo Perry Dies in Shark Attack off Oahu's North Shore

Tamayo Perry, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii United States of America
Perry began his career with the Honolulu Ocean Safety department in July 2016 and was known for his infectious personality and dedication to keeping others safe in the water. He was a professional surfer, having appeared in movies such as.
Tamayo Perry, a lifeguard and professional surfer, died on June 23, 2024 after suffering apparent shark bites off Oahu's North Shore while surfing near Goat Island.
Lifeguard and Professional Surfer Tamayo Perry Dies in Shark Attack off Oahu's North Shore

A well-known and beloved lifeguard and professional surfer, Tamayo Perry, died on June 23, 2024, after suffering apparent shark bites off the coast of Oahu's North Shore. The tragic incident occurred while Perry was surfing near Goat Island.

Perry began his career with the Honolulu Ocean Safety department in July 2016 and was known for his infectious personality and dedication to keeping others safe in the water. He was a professional surfer, having appeared in movies such as



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    • Tamayo Perry began working for the Ocean Safety department in July 2016.
    • Tamayo Perry was a professional surfer and an actor who appeared in movies and TV shows including ‘Blue Crush’, ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides’, and ‘Hawaii Five-0’.
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    • Tamayo Perry made several TV and movie appearances including ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides’ and ‘Blue Crush’,
    • Emilia Perry, Tamayo’s wife, was born and raised in Western Australia and competed as a professional bodyboarder before moving to Hawaii
    • The University of Florida’s International Shark Attack File lists 120 shark bite incidents in 2023 with eight being in Hawaii and one fatal
    • Surfers experienced 42% of bites worldwide according to the shark attack file’s 2023 report
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    The article contains some instances of inflammatory rhetoric and an appeal to authority, but no formal or blatant logical fallacies were found. The author expresses her condolences for the lifeguard's death and provides quotes from officials and colleagues to illustrate his impact on the community.
    • ][Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi][] exemplified bravery, commitment and a deep sense of duty, serving our community with unwavering dedication. His heroic actions and tireless efforts to ensure the safety of our residents and visitors will never be forgotten.[/
    • According to the shark attack file’s 2023 report, surfers experienced 42% of bites worldwide.
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    • Tamayo Perry competed in the Billabong Pro trials off Teahupoo, Tahiti,
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    • Tamayo Perry was a City and County of Honolulu Ocean Safety lifeguard.
    • Tamayo Perry was also a professional surfer and an actor who appeared in movies and TV shows including ‘Blue Crush’, ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides’, and ‘Hawaii Five-0’.
    • The shark attack occurred near Goat Island.
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    • Tamayo Perry died after suffering apparent shark bites off Oahu’s North Shore on Sunday.
    • Officials identified the victim as Tamayo Perry, a North Shore lifeguard who joined Ocean Safety in 2016.
    • Perry was loved by all and known for his infectious personality.
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