Marlene Kamakawiwo’ole

­­Who is Israel Kamakawiwo’ole’s wife?  Marlene Kamakawiwo’ole is the wife of late Hawaiian musician, singer, songwriter, and Hawaiian sovereignty activist Israel Ka’ano’i Kamakawiwo’ole. Her husband was also known by the name Bruddah Iz or Iz. Israel received critical recognition with his song, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World.” Marlene’s husband is also recognized as “The Voice of Hawai’i.” […]