Marlon Williams left many Kiwis in tears on Friday morning with a heartfelt musical tribute to those affected by the Christchurch mosque attacks. The 28-year-old returned to his hometown to take part in the National Remembrance Service, performing the renowned waiata of Tahu Pōtiki (the founder of South Island tribe Ngāi Tahu). Marlon Williams opened the performances at the Hagley Park remembrance service for the victims of the Christchurch mosque terror attack. READ MORE:* Yusuf/Cat Stevens' emotional National Remembrance Service performance* Remembrance service for mosque victims to feature Yusuf Islam/Cat Stevens for world-wide audience* Six60, Dave Dobbyn to headline benefit concerts following Christchurch terror attacksWilliams was one of a number of performers at the service. Others included Yusuf Islam, formerly known as Cat Stevens, as well as New Zealand artists Teeks and Hollie Smith.

Source: Stuff March 28, 2019 23:15 UTC