May 20, 2007
Israel Kamakawiwo’ole
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Israel Kamakawiwo'ole was a popular entertainer and singer in Hawaii who was also referred to as "Bruddah Iz." He began playing music with his older brother Skippy at the age of 11 and became an international success when his album Facing Future was released in 1993. His medley of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World" became a favorite anthem and has been featured in several movies and commercials. What rare honor did the state of Hawaii bestow upon him after his death?
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