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Genesis Potini was born on 5 September, 1963 in New Zealand, is a New Zealand chess player (1963–2011). Discover Genesis Potini's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 47 years old?

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Age 47 years old
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Born 5 September 1963
Birthday 5 September
Birthplace New Zealand
Date of death 15 August, 2011
Died Place Gisborne, New Zealand
Nationality New Zealand

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Who Is Genesis Potini's Wife?

His wife is Natalie Potini (m. ?–2011)

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Genesis Potini Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Genesis Potini worth at the age of 47 years old? Genesis Potini’s income source is mostly from being a successful player. He is from New Zealand. We have estimated Genesis Potini's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1963

Genesis Wayne Potini (5 September 1963 – 15 August 2011 ) was a New Zealand speed chess player.

Potini was a man of Māori descent.

He was known for his skills as a speed (1 min.) chess player.

Together with two friends, he formed a chess club (The Eastern Knights) where underprivileged children found a home base – and learned to play chess in the process.

The chess club was also involved with the Ngāti Porou heritage.

Potini suffered from a bipolar disorder and was regularly admitted to hospital.

Despite this he was able to stabilise his life and during his last decade make a strong contribution to his community.

2003

In 2003 director Jim Marbrook made a documentary film about Potini (Dark Horse).

2005

The film was awarded the 2005 Best New Zealand Feature Documentary.

2011

He died of a heart attack in 2011 and was buried at Taruheru Cemetery in Gisborne.

2014

In 2014 James Napier Robertson presented his feature film The Dark Horse (starring Cliff Curtis).

The film won many awards, became a hit at the NZ box office, and was declared "one of the greatest New Zealand films ever made".

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