Lee Tamahori, the New Zealand director behind “Once Were Warriors” and the 2002 James Bond movie “Die Another Day,” has died. He was 75.

The late filmmaker’s family confirmed his death in a statement to Radio New Zealand . They revealed he passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by his loved ones on Friday, Nov. 7.

Although no cause of death was given, Tamahori had announced that he was battling Parkinson’s disease during an appearance on “Te Ao With Moana” back in May.

“His legacy endures with his whānau, his mokopuna, every filmmaker he inspired, every boundary he broke, and every story he told with his genius eye and honest heart,” the director’s family said. “A charismatic leader and fierce creative spirit, Lee championed Māori talent both on and off screen.”

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