Actor and lifeguard from "Pirates of the Caribbean" passes away in Hawaii following a suspected shark attack.

 Tamayo Perry, a lifeguard and surf instructor who appeared in films such as “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” and “Blue Crush,” died Sunday after an apparent shark attack on Oahu's North Shore, officials reported.

Perry, 49, was an "eight-year veteran of Honolulu Ocean Safety and a well-known North Shore waterman," stated Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi. 

"Perry exemplified bravery, commitment, and a deep sense of duty, serving our community with unwavering dedication. His heroic actions and tireless efforts to ensure the safety of our residents and visitors will never be forgotten," Blangiardi added.

The incident occurred just before 1 p.m. on Sunday, when Honolulu Ocean Safety and other emergency responders arrived at the scene following a report of a surfer fatally injured by a shark. According to Honolulu Emergency Medical Services spokesperson Shayne Enright, Perry was brought to shore by jet ski and pronounced dead by first responders.

Perry was widely loved as a lifeguard, professional surfer, and vibrant personality, remarked Honolulu Ocean Safety acting Chief Kurt Lager. "As much as people loved him, he loved everyone else more," Lager said.

Perry had several acting credits, including roles in “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,” “Blue Crush,” and TV shows like “Lost” and “Hawaii Five-0,” according to his IMDb page. He also appeared in various national and international ad campaigns.

"When I’m not acting, I’m still quite a character, so there’s always a ton of fun to be had," Perry wrote on the Oahu Surfing Experience website.

Perry's wife, Emilia Perry, originally from Western Australia, was a professional bodyboarder before moving to Hawaii, where she met Perry and began surfing competitively. "The vast amounts of ocean knowledge that Tamayo has ingrained in me over the years is priceless," she shared on the surfing website.

The University of Florida’s International Shark Attack File reported 120 shark bite incidents in 2023, with 36 occurring in the US and eight in Hawaii, one of which was fatal. According to the 2023 report, surfers experienced 42% of bites worldwide.

Mayor Blangiardi emphasized the community's support following Perry’s death. "As we grieve this unimaginable loss, we are reminded of the inherent risks faced by our lifeguards daily, and we extend our deepest gratitude for their service," he said.