New Zealand’s Maori King Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII died peacefully on Friday at age 69, according to a statement released by his representatives.

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HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - New Zealand’s Maori King Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII died peacefully Friday at the age of 69. He passed away days after the celebration of his 18th year on the ...