Israel Kamakawiwoʻole

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Israel Kaʻanoʻi Kamakawiwoʻole, also known as Braddah IZ or simply IZ, was a Native Hawaiian musician and singer. He achieved commercial success and popularity outside of Hawaii with his 1993 studio album, Facing Future.

Hawaiian musician.

Birth

  • Birthdate: May 20, 1959
  • Place of birth: Honolulu, Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States

Death

  • Date of death: June 26, 1997
  • Place of death: Honolulu, Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States

Cause of death

Acute myocardial infarction

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