It was a legend: Tamayo Perry, legendary surfer from Hawaii, was killed by a shark

Tamayo Perry, 49 ans, a été victime d’une attaque mortelle de requin, au large d’Oahu sur Goat Island, à Hawaï (photo d’illustration). Gian Luca Pilia – UNSPLASH

Surfer Tamayo Perry was the victim of a fatal shark attack off the coast of Oahu on Goat Island, Hawaii, this Sunday, June 23, 2024.

Surfer Tamayo Perry was considered a legend in Hawaii. His destiny changed this Sunday, June 23, 2024, reports Paris Match.

The 49-year-old sportsman was the victim of a fatal shark attack off the coast of Oahu on Goat Island, Hawaii, according to ABC News.

Emergency services were immediately called for backup. They brought the surfer back to shore on a jet ski. He was pronounced dead a few moments later.

Tamayo Perry worked as a lifeguard on the North Shore. He began his career with the Maritime Safety Department in July 2016.

"Loved by all"

Honolulu Acting Ocean Safety Chief Kurt Lager said Perry was a beloved lifeguard […] He is a professional surfer known throughout the world, he said at a press conference as quoted by ABC News. Tamayo's personality was contagious and although people loved him, he loved others even more..

"Highly respected"

"Tamayo was a legendary and highly respected sailor", said Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi , who called Perry's death a "tragic loss".

Tamayo Perry was not only known to the surfing community. The general public too, had already been able to see his face during appearances in television series or in cinema, recalls Paris Match. He notably had a small role in the hit film "Blue Crush" in 2002.

In Hawaii, Ocean Safety personnel posted shark warnings in the area following the attack.