Les Mills, Olympic athlete and ex

Les Mills, a former Auckland Mayor, Olympic athlete, and founder of the international gym chain bearing his name, has passed away at age 91. He was a significant figure in New Zealand sports and local politics.
Why it matters
Mills' death marks the end of a multi-faceted career that influenced both the fitness industry and the governance of New Zealand's largest city.
Former Auckland Mayor, Olympic athlete and inspiration behind international gym chain Les Mills has died aged 91.
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