Willie Los’e: obituary and death What was the reason for his death? Sky Sports commentator and former Tonga international has died
The death of veteran commentator “Willie Los’e” on September 9, 2022, at the age of 55, came as a shock to those who knew him best and loved his work the most. So everyone in rugby is in a state of deep mourning over the loss of another important member of their group. As soon as the news started spreading on social media sites, a lot of people started paying their respects and saying how sad they were that someone they loved had passed away from a certain way. In the following, you can find out everything you need to know, plus some things you didn’t know you needed to know.
Who was Willie Los’e?
Since his family has not said a word about his current medical condition, the exact cause of Willie Los’ untimely death is still unknown, although it has been reported in credible news or sources. But there are also reports that he had serious health issues that made him sicker and injured his organs. So, he was cared for by doctors and nurses for a very long time in the hope that they could give him good health. But unfortunately, the drugs stopped helping his health, so he had no choice but to leave this world this way.
Willie Los’e
What happened to Willie Lose?
Willie Los’e, also known as William Keith Los’s, was a famous Tongan rugby player, according to reports. He was born on July 22, 1967 in West Auckland. He was a player for a very long time before becoming a commentator. As a commentary expert, he became so well known that many people wanted to be like him and copied him. Willie Los’e’s real name was William Keith Los. This is because the way he was talking about the game seemed exaggerated, and even blind people could understand what the commentator was saying. But, unfortunately, he is no longer with his family and friends, which is a terrible loss for everyone.
Biography of Willie Los’e
William Keith Los’e was a lock for the Tonga rugby team. He was born on July 22, 1967 and died on September 7, 2022. After he stopped playing sports, he worked as a radio host and television analyst.
Willie Los’e is initially in life
Los’e grew up in West Auckland and went to Kelston Boys’ High School, where he became Head Boy.
Willie Los’e career in acting
Los’e played for the New Zealand Colts in 1988 and appeared in three games. In 1995, eight years later, he played for Tonga in the Rugby World Cup. He played in all three of Tonga’s group stage matches. Los’e has also competed at the National Provincial Championships in Auckland, North Harbor and Marlborough. He defended these three areas. In Japan, Los’e played for the Yamaha Jbilo band.
Willie Los’e career in radio and television
After quitting sports, Los’e became the host of The Radio Network. He was responsible for the Radio Sport program. After that, he became a TV commentator for Sky TV, where he spoke about Super Rugby, the ITM Cup and other World Rugby Sevens Series matches.
Los’e died on September 7, 2022 in Cape Town, South Africa, where he was competing in the Rugby 7s World Cup.
Willie Los’e, a famous rugby player, died on Friday.
Willie Los’e was an Aboriginal resident of West Auckland.
As a player, he won a large number of matches, and all of them were put under his name.
At first he was part of the team, but later he became a commentator.
He was also a radio and television presenter.
On the other hand, the commentator was his first love.
Sky TV is sad because they have lost a precious diamond.
Willie Lose, who was an international rugby player and later a sports commentator, has died aged 55.
Los’e played for the New Zealand Under-21 side and then led Tonga to the Rugby World Cup in 1995, where they played in all three pool games. He died in South Africa, where he was supposed to work as a commentator for the Rugby 7s World Cup. He was supposed to speak about the tournament.
His family said in a statement that he was “proud to be a West Aucklander”.
“The Los’e whanau would like to thank Karl Te Nana, Bailey Mackey and World Rugby boss Steve Jamieson for calling us from South Africa yesterday morning regarding the sudden death of our brother Willie. We really appreciate you all the three.
“As a family, we want time to deal with our heartbreaking loss and the struggles of bringing our brother, father, uncle or son home. Please give us this time. At this time we are awaiting more information from Cape Town.
“Thank you to Steve Jamieson who called the New Zealand High Commission and will be traveling to Cape Town tomorrow (today) to help bring Willie’s body back to Aotearoa following his death.”
“On behalf of Willie’s family, we would like to thank all of his friends around the world who have reached out to offer their condolences and support.
A quick look at the life of Willie Los’e
Willie Los’e participated in the former National Provincial Championship from 1990 to 2001. He played for Auckland, North Harbor and Marlborough. During this time he also played for the Japanese band Yamaha Jubilo. Willie Los’e played both the lock position and the loose forward position.
Los’e worked as a presenter for Radio Sport and ZB and as a rugby pundit for Gold Sport and Sky TV after quitting playing rugby.
Los’e was a prominent member of the Kelston Boys High School rugby team. He was head boy and played in the 1st XV with Va’aiga Tuigamala.
His family said captaining Tonga was the best thing he had done in his life.
This claim was backed up by what he said in an interview with fellow rugby analyst Keith Quinn, which was published on Quinn’s blog.
“Should I start by telling you about two of the things I’m most proud of? It’s very easy. When I had my first child and when I had my second, those were the two most important days of my life.
“Then in rugby, I played my first try at the Rugby World Cup in South Africa in 1995.” The match between Tonga and France took place at the Loftus Versfeld Ground in Pretoria.
“I cried the whole time the Tongan national anthem was playing. I really, really wanted both my parents to be alive so they could have been there.
Willie Los’e
Quinn also asked Los’e about the meaning of her life motto.
“The simple phrase ‘Raise your hand, don’t put it off’ is one of my favorites. I first heard it many years ago. I can say that it worked well for me.
And according to him, what is the best way to be happy? “It’s great to be with classmates, friends and family when there’s lots of love and laughter.”
NZME radio manager Jason Winstanley said Los’e was a valued member of the Radio Sport and Newstalk ZB teams. People liked him because he was funny and kind. Los’e died not long ago.
Gold Sport has shown NPC rugby matches this season, and Los’e has called the matches and given expert analysis.
Winstanley said: “Willie was a mainstay on the airwaves for many years. His love for the sports he spoke about was clear to all who listened to him. “It was clear to everyone that Willie loved the sports he was talking about.”
His unique insights helped with the analysis of rugby, and he was particularly helpful and encouraging to younger staff members.
Almost everyone pays tribute to the dead on social media, especially on Twitter, where a wave of heavy flooding occurred. People all over the world are saddened by his death. No one could have imagined that such devastating news would one day turn their lives upside down. But at this time, his family has not said anything about funeral plans. If you want more information, you’ll have to wait, but rest assured we’ll keep you posted (RIP, Willie Los’e).
