Who is he? Kiingi Tuheitia’s
What event is it depicting? His Tangi
What is the significance of this event? The role of the Māori King is mainly a high respected ceremonial role.
List other Māori kingsQueens? Māori queen Te Atairangikaahu passed away 15 august 2006 Maori King Pōtatau Te Wherowhero passed away 25 June 1860. And the recent Maori King was Kiingi Tuheitia Passed away from a heart attack. And at the age of 69.