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The Rock pays tribute to George “Fiji” Veikoso

The Rock pays tribute to George “Fiji” Veikoso

By Iliana Biutu
28/07/2025
Source: therock

American actor and professional wrestler, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has sent his condolences following the passing of George “Fiji” Veikoso.

The Rock says he will miss Veikoso’s voice, describing it as a blessing from God.

He says that Veikoso’s heart and soul were in every lyric he sang, and that mana was present in every word he spoke.

The Rock also acknowledged Veikoso’s contributions in uplifting and inspiring the Polynesian culture, its people, and the world through his music and spirit.

He adds that Veikoso’s legacy will live on forever.

Meanwhile, the organisers of the Homecoming say updates regarding his funeral and also Homecoming Festival will be announced in due course.

@samoana80 @The Rock video of the Legend George “Fiji” Veikoso 🙏🕊️ #Fiji #RestInPeace #Legend #GOAT #TheRock #Tribute #KingOfIslandReggae #LongLiveFiji #FlyHigh #PacificIslanders #Melanesians #Polynesians #Micronesians #Fyp #Fijian #Fijians #Kaiviti #Hawaii #Hawaiians #Hawaiian #Samoan #Samoans #Samoa #Tonga #Tongan #Tongans #Maori #NZ #Australia #CookIslands #Tahiti #Tokelau ♬ original sound - Samoana

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