Norm Hewitt

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Legendary All Black and Dancing with the Stars Winner Passes Away at 55

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Former All Black rugby player Norm Hewitt, known for his moves both on the field and in the dance studio, has sadly passed away at the age of 55. Learn more about his remarkable journey here!

Former All Blacks hooker and Dancing with the Stars champion, Norm Hewitt, has left a void in the hearts of many as news of his passing at the age of 55 spreads. Hewitt, a stalwart of Hawke's Bay, Hurricanes, and Māori All Blacks rugby teams, captured the nation's attention not only for his skills on the field but also for conquering the dance floor. Despite his sporting successes, Hewitt faced challenges, including a battle with motor neurone disease, but his legacy as an advocate for vulnerable children and a public speaker will forever be remembered.

After transitioning from a formidable rugby career to becoming the victorious star of 'Dancing with the Stars', Norm Hewitt continued to touch lives through his powerful words and actions. His journey from the rugby field to the dance stage portrayed a man of resilience and compassion, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew him. Hewitt's passing marks the end of an era, but his spirit of generosity and dedication to helping others will live on in the hearts of many.

New Zealand Rugby, the Māori Rugby Board, and the New Zealand Rugby Players Association mourn the loss of Norm Hewitt, acknowledging his contributions to the sport and his unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of those in need. As the rugby community reflects on Hewitt's legacy, his memory serves as a reminder of the power of sportsmanship and kindness, transcending the boundaries of the game and touching lives far beyond the field.

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Former All Black Norm Hewitt dies at the age of 55 (RNZ)

Hewitt was also a stalwart of Hawke's Bay, Hurricanes and Māori All Blacks rugby, and won Dancing with the Stars.

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Norm Hewitt dies: Former All Black, Dancing with the Stars winner ... (New Zealand Herald)

Former All Blacks hooker and Dancing with the Stars winner Norm Hewitt has passed away. He was 55. It is understood he died last night after a battle with.

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Former All Blacks hooker Norm Hewitt dies (Otago Daily Times)

After coming to prominence as a rugby player, Hewitt became a public speaker and was also the first 'Dancing with the Stars' winner. He passed away, in the ...

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Former All Black Norm Hewitt dies (1 News)

He had been diagnosed with motor neurone disease, his family said in a statement. "Although rugby dominated his early life, he established a thriving human ...

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Former All Black Norm Hewitt dies age 55 (Te Ao Māori News)

Norm's life was akin to a game of two halves, with a streak of alcohol abuse transforming him into a man who put the wellbeing of others at the core of who ...

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Footy legend turned reality TV star throws sport into mourning as he ... (Daily Mail)

Norm Hewitt, a former All Blacks hooker, Super Rugby great and advocate for vulnerable children, has passed away at the age of 55 after a battle with a ...

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Former All Blacks hooker Norm Hewitt dies, aged 55 (SEN)

He passed away after a long battle with motor neurone disease. "It is with great sadness that the death of Norm Hewitt is recorded today," Hewitt's family said ...

Statement on the passing of Norm Hewitt (New Zealand Rugby)

New Zealand Rugby (NZR), the New Zealand Māori Rugby Board (NZMRB) and the New Zealand Rugby Players Association (NZRPA) are mourning the loss of former All ...

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Norm Hewitt dies: Former All Black, Dancing with the Stars winner ... (New Zealand Herald)

He was 55. It is understood he died last night. He had been diagnosed with motor neurone disease, his family said in a statement. ”Although rugby dominated his ...

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Big hearted hard man Norm Hewitt dies (waateanews.com)

His family said Hewitt, who had been diagnosed with motor neurone disease, died overnight. Hewitt played 14 matches including nine tests for the All Blacks from ...

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Former All Blacks hooker Norm Hewitt has died (Stuff.co.nz)

Hewitt played 23 games for the All Blacks. He was 55. MORE TO COME. - Stuff. Share ...

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Norm Hewitt: The embodiment of rugby's changing culture (RNZ)

The former All Black hooker wasn't just a player, he was a man who symbolised change in our national game by confronting his demons.

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The passing of Hawke's Bay rugby hero and dancing star Norm Hewitt (New Zealand Herald)

Norman Jason Hewitt (November 11, 1968 - July 15, 2024) The Hawke's Bay Magpies' biggest success in international rugby is being recalled as the rugby world ...

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Former All Black Norm Hewitt Dies Aged 55 (Barron's)

Former All Blacks hooker Norm Hewitt, who had been diagnosed with motor neurone disease, has died aged 55, New Zealand Rugby said Tuesday.

Norm Hewitt 19682024 (Scoop.co.nz)

Husband to Arlene, and father to his beloved children Elizabeth and Alexander, the former All Black and NZ Maori, Hurricanes and Wellington rugby captain passed ...

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Former All Blacks star Norm Hewitt dies at 55 after battle with motor ... (Sky News)

Hewitt, who played nine test matches for New Zealand, was famous for a fiery haka stand-off with England's Richard Cockerill in 1997, which entered rugby ...

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Ex-All Black Norm Hewitt dies (Otago Daily Times)

Former All Blacks hooker Norm Hewitt has died at the age of 55 after a battle with motor neurone disease. After coming to prominence as a rugby player, ...

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Norm Hewitt: Former All Blacks hooker passes away aged 55 after ... (Sky Sports)

Former New Zealand rugby union hooker Norm Hewitt has passed away at the age of 55; Hewitt had been diagnosed with motor neurone disease; ...

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Former All Blacks hooker Norm Hewitt dies aged 55 (RugbyPass)

Former All Blacks hooker Norm Hewitt has died at the age of 55 following a battle with motor neurone disease.

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Norm Hewitt dies: Former MP Michael Laws says All Black saved his ... (New Zealand Herald)

By Bridget Tunnicliffe of RNZ Once former All Black Norm Hewitt rebuilt his own life, he set about rebuilding others, his close friend and biographer says.

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'We were brothers': Michael Laws says Norm Hewitt saved his life (Newstalk ZB)

The former All Blacks hooker and Dancing with the Stars winner died in the early hours of Tuesday morning, aged 55, from motor neurone disease. Hewitt was a ...

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Norm Hewitt: The embodiment of rugby's changing culture (RNZ)

The former All Black hooker wasn't just a player, he was a man who symbolised change in our national game by confronting his demons.

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Richard Cockerill pays tribute to former All Black Norm Hewitt, an ... (Stuff.co.nz)

In his first season as England coach, Clive Woodward was in no mood to concede ground to New Zealand before a highly charged 1997 test match at Old Trafford.

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Former All Black teammate Glen Osborne remembers Norm Hewitt (1 News)

Osborne says Hewitt was a beautiful man and he said a big place in his heart was hurting for the passing of his friend.

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Former MP Michael Laws says Norm Hewitt saved his life (RNZ)

Wellington's Norm Hewitt poses for a photo with a young fan at the NPC rugby union Final between Wellington and Canterbury, on October 21 2000.

Wellington Rugby Football Union mourn the loss of Norm Hewitt (wrfu.co.nz)

WRFU CEO Tony Giles, remarked on the legacy that Hewitt leaves behind. “Norm was a stalwart supporter of Wellington Rugby, and an iconic figure in our community ...

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Watch: Norm Hewitt's haka standoff with Richard Cockerill (Stuff.co.nz)

The late All Blacks hooker was involved in a famous confrontation with an English rival during a test match in 1997.

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Former All Blacks and Dancing with the Stars winner Norm Hewitt ... (ABC News)

Norm Hewitt died in Wellington on Monday night aged 55 of motor neurone disease.

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