Prince Tui Teka
New Zealand actor-singer / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Tumanako "Tui" Teka (8 March 1937—23 January 1985),[1] better known by his stage names Tui Latui or Prince Tui Teka, was a Māori singer and actor. Teka was a member of the Maori Volcanics Showband before having a successful solo career.
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Birth name | Tumanako Teka |
Born | (1937-03-08)8 March 1937 Ruatahuna, New Zealand |
Died | 23 January 1985(1985-01-23) (aged 47) Ruawai, Northland, New Zealand |
Genres | Folk, contemporary, pacifica |
Occupation(s) | Actor, singer-songwriter |
Instrument(s) | Vocal, guitar, saxophone |
Years active | 1951–1985 |
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