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RNZ News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- RNZ News
Pacific musical giant 'Fiji' dies age 55
Tributes are pouring in from across the Pacific following the death of one of the region's most influential musicians. George 'Fiji' Veikoso a pioneer of island reggae passed away in Suva this week at the age of 55. Tags: To embed this content on your own webpage, cut and paste the following: See terms of use.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Singer George ‘Fiji' Veikoso who co-wrote Baywatch: Hawaii theme tune dies suddenly at 55 as fans pay tribute to artist
THE artist George Veikoso, who was known for co-writing the theme tune of Baywatch: Hawaii, has died at the age of 55. Fans have paid tribute to the singer, who has been coined as the GOAT of island reggae music online. 2 2 The Polynesian Music Network announced Veikoso's death with 'heavy hearts.' 'He was a movement, a voice for the people, a light in the dark,' a statement on Facebook said. 'There was, and always will be, only one Fiji. His music wasn't just something we listened to.' Veikoso co-wrote the Baywatch Hawaii theme song and the popular drama was filmed on Hawaii between 1999 and 2001. He also appeared in the 2002 movie Blue Crush, which featured stars such as Kate Bosworth, Sanoe Lake, and Michelle Rodriguez. Tributes have been paid to Veikoso. "I don't want to believe it," one fan posted on Facebook. "I am so lost for words. The whole PASIFIKA IS MOURNING FOR YOU. The KING, The G.O.A.T of island reggae music." .
