Los’e died in Cape Town South Africa, where he was due to commentate on the upcoming Rugby World Cup Sevens tournament.
Los’e played three matches for the New Zealand Colts in 1988. Eight years later, he played for Tonga in the 1995 Rugby World Cup, playing all three pool stage matches. Los’e also played in the National Provincial Championship for Auckland, North Harbour and Marlborough. Los’e played in Japan for Yamaha Júbilo.
After retiring from rugby Los’e landed a role as a Sky Sport rugby commentator.
RIP @willielose
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Love you big man xxx— Martin Devlin (@martindevlinnz) September 8, 2022
Absolutely gutted to hear of the passing of Willie Lose. One of NZ sport’s true good buggers. Was never afraid to laugh at himself and that, along with his talent, endeared him to colleagues. Had a beer with him a few weeks ago and will treasure that memory. RIP mate.
— Play the Ball (@playtheballnz) September 8, 2022
Unfortunately sad news from Cape Town as it's been confirmed that well-known commentator Willie Lose has passed away at the age of 55.
He was due to call the games at the @WorldRugby7s this weekend.
Our thoughts & condolences are with Willie’s family. RIP????
Image @skysportnz pic.twitter.com/W8HZ3zs02G
— RugbyAsia247 (@RugbyAsia247) September 8, 2022
It's not often you are shaken by news, so much that the tears just flow.
RIP Willie Lose, one of the greatest, most genuine people I have had the privilege to know. Was looking forward to catching up here in Cape Town, and now you're gone.
It feels unreal. It doesnt feel right.— Brenden Nel (@BrendenNel) September 8, 2022
Willie Lose was a genuine great guy. Got to know him on countless Sevens trips, he had a wicked sense of humour, and was always good to have a beer.
55. Damn, that's young. Willie you always lived life to the fullest.
Damn, we're going to miss you pic.twitter.com/m7A8LjOreR— Brenden Nel (@BrendenNel) September 8, 2022
Image credit: Jesús Gorriti, CC BY-SA 2.0
