Former rugby international and sports broadcaster Willie Los’e has died at the age of 55. Let’s see how he died, what happened to him, and Willie Los’e cause of death in detail
How did Willie Los’e die?
In the 1990s, Los’e also played for Auckland and North Harbour at the provincial level. He passed away in South Africa, where he was scheduled to commentate this weekend’s Rugby Sevens World Cup. His employers confirmed the death in a social media post.
We are very sorry to hear that Willie Los’e passed away last night in South Africa. Willie was a long-serving and highly-regarded member of the Sky Sport commentary team and the wider Sky family.
Our thoughts and condolences are with Willie’s whānau at this time 🖤 pic.twitter.com/LIKSimo54V
— Sky Sport NZ (@skysportnz) September 8, 2022
Los’e earned a reputation for himself in the provincial game before representing Tonga at the 1995 World Cup after finishing a great scholastic career at Kelston Boys High School playing First XV alongside Va’aiga Tuigamala. He also played rugby for several years in Japan.
According to New Zealand’s Stuff website, Los’e passed away from “a medical event”.
His family confirmed the death in a statement:
“The Los’e whanau would like to thank Karl Te Nana, Bailey Mackey, and World Rugby boss Steve Jamieson for contacting us directly from South Africa this morning relating to the sudden passing of our brother Willie.
“We ask that as a whanau, we be given time to process and work through our devastating loss and the logistics of repatriation of our brother, father, uncle, and son home. We are awaiting details from Cape Town.
“Thanks to Steve Jamieson who has spoken to the New Zealand High Commission, who will be heading to Cape Town tomorrow to help with the repatriation of Willie’s body to bring him home to Aotearoa.
“We as a whanau are thankful to all Willie’s friends from around the world who have sent to Willie’s friends from around the world who sent their condolences and support.
“Nga mihi nui ki a koutou.”
During his playing days, Los’e played for New Zealand under-21s and three Tests for Tonga in 1995. The lock forward represented Auckland, North Harbour, and Marlborough in New Zealand, while he also had a stint in Japan with Yamaha Jubilo.
Willie Los’e Cause of Death
Willie Los’e Passed at the age of 55 Years old. He died on 7 September 2022 in Cape Town, while in South Africa for the 2022 Rugby World Cup Sevens. His family has confirmed the death in a statement. But his Death Cause is Not Revealed.
“This is heartbreaking news, and will cast a pall over the World Sevens in Cape Town. Sending love, prayers and respect to Willie’s family and friends #RIPWillieLose Former rugby international and commentator Willie Los’e dies aged 55″
Medico topics have been trying to contact the family and relatives for comment on Willie Lose’s death. So far no responses have been acquired. We will update this page once enough information is available. More information on Willie Los’e exact Cause of Death will be added soon.
Who is Willie Los’e?
Tongan rugby union player William Keith Los’e was born on July 22, 1967. He worked as a TV analyst and radio host after he stopped playing. Los’e was a head prefect at Kelston Boys’ High School while he was there. He grew raised in West Auckland.
For the New Zealand Colts in 1988, Los’e participated in three games. He participated in all three of Tonga’s pool-stage games eight years later, in the 1995 Rugby World Cup. For Auckland, North Harbour, and Marlborough, Los’e also participated in the National Provincial Championship. For Yamaha Jbilo, Los’e performed in Japan. Los’e served as a host for The Radio Network after he stopped playing, hosting Radio Sport. Later, he began working as a full-time TV commentator for Sky TV’s coverage of Super Rugby, the ITM Cup, and more World Rugby Sevens Series tournaments. While attending the 2022 Rugby World Cup Sevens in South Africa, Los’e passed away on September 7, 2022, in Cape Town.
Willie Lose’s Career and Early Life
- Willie Lose was born in Auckland, New Zealand.
- By profession, she is a Rugby union player.
- He started his career as a rugby player and played as a lock
- He also performed as a radio host and TV commentator after retiring from the game
- He went on to work as a full-time TV commentator for Super Rugby, ITM Cup, and more World Rugby Sevens Series events on Sky TV.
Tributes to Willie Los’e:
So sad to hear that our great mate Willie Los’e has passed away in Cape Town while preparing to call @WorldRugby7s. So many great memories on the 7s commentary circuit. Another gone too soon. Thoughts are with his Family and many friends. RIP Willie
@Aussie7s pic.twitter.com/VtEete2r8z— Greg Clark (@greg_clarkie) September 8, 2022
Sky said in a statement: “We are very sorry to hear that Willie Los’e passed away last night in South Africa. Willie was a long-serving and highly-regarded member of the Sky Sport commentary team and the wider Sky family. Our thoughts and condolences are with Willie’s whānau at this time.”
Sending Love to the Los'e Family and also the @WorldRugby7s commentating team. It wasn't a world series tourney without hearing his voice 🤍🙏🏽🕊!! https://t.co/4sTyvfly9M
— Tyla Nathan-Wong, OLY (@tylanathanwong) September 8, 2022
Miles Davis tweeted,
Devastated to learn of the passing of my mate Willie Los’e. A great touring partner and the most stylish man in the media he will be greatly missed. At 55 taken far too young. Rest easy Tongan Torpedo.
Jimmie tweeted,
Still can’t believe it to be fair either Miles, I can still hear him commentating from last weekend in my ears.
Oh no! That’s so very sad. He was always up for a yarn. I remember the first time I met him in the HK Sevens media room. Gone far too young.
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