49-year-old lifeguard Tamayo Perry who had roles in the fourth Pirates of the Caribbean movie, Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle, and Blue Crush, died after a shark attack off Oahu, Hawaii.
The attack occurred near Goat Island on Sunday afternoon, according to Honolulu’s emergency services.
A caller reported seeing a man with apparent shark bites, prompting emergency services to respond to Malaekahana Beach just before 1 PM local time.
Rescuers brought Perry, an Ocean Safety lifeguard and surfing instructor, to shore via jet ski.
Paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene, as stated by Shayne Enright of the Honolulu Emergency Services Department.
Perry, who started with the Ocean Safety department in July 2016, was known for his work as a lifeguard on the North Shore.
Shark warnings were posted in the area following the incident.
Acting Honolulu Ocean Safety chief Kurt Lager described Perry as “a lifeguard loved by all” and noted his worldwide recognition as a professional surfer.
“Tamayo’s personality was infectious, and he cared deeply for everyone,” Lager said.
Honolulu mayor Rick Blangiardi also expressed his condolences, calling Perry “a legendary waterman and highly respected,” and termed his death “a tragic loss.”