PATHFINDERS EP06: RAWIRI PARATENE

Rawiri Paratene is one of NZ’s most renowned actors. He has starred in some of our most iconic films and dramas, from Whale Rider to Shortland Street. What some may not know is that in his time he was also a part of Ngā Tamatoa. We will be talking to Rawiri about his life as an actor and an activist and how aphasia has now affected him.
Director: Kimo Houltham
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[@SoBlissedOut]

It’s the cruelest twist of fate that such a talented and passionate storyteller has had his medium impacted by this illness.
Forever grateful for his activism work and his contribution to the stories of Aotearoa.

[@kaitiakiheke9174]

Wow, I grew up watching this man on TV, "After School" I looked forward to seeing him daily as we all dod. Loved seeing him acting on tv again later. God bless you and your whanau Rawiri "Olly Olson" Paratene 😍💯❤❤❤ Mairi ora

[@keiheaherakiwi1611]

Love this story so heart warming. My dad’s father is from Whirinaki, Marae Matai Aranui… well done sir

[@kaitiakiheke9174]

23:20 when whanau have any heart or blood issues, especially a stroke or aneurism, they need to take 100% pure Cayan Pepper, its a simple herb but very spicy so you need the capsules which you can buy or make yourself or you can eat a tspn a day but its very hotttt ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@teariki-barefist2932]

Teariki here.