About Billy Bush
Born 1949. Billy Bush is a New Zealand rugby union player.
William Kingita Te Pohe Bush (born 24 January 1949) is a former New Zealand rugby union player. A prop, Bush represented Canterbury at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1974 to 1979. He played 37 matches for the All Blacks including 12 internationals. He also represented, coached and selected for Māori All Blacks.
In the 1996 Queen's Birthday Honours, Bush was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for services to rugby. In 2021 he was made a life member of New Zealand Māori Rugby Board.
Personal life Bush is a New Zealander of Māori descent (Ngāti Hineuru and Te Whānau-ā-Apanui descent).
In October 2022 Bush was engaged to be the bus driver for the All Black squad.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Billy Bush?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Billy Bush born?
Billy Bush was born on 24 January 1949 in Napier.
What is Billy Bush's occupation?
Billy Bush is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Billy Bush?
Billy Bush is New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Bush. https://biography.guide/billy-bush/
MLA: "Billy Bush." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/billy-bush/.
Chicago: "Billy Bush." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/billy-bush/.
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