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Topp Twins Honored Amid Bittersweet Tribute | Auckland News
The Topp Twins, alongside glass sculptor Ann Robinson, Māori artist Darcy Nicholas, and writer Witi Ihimaera-Smiler, were honored as Icons at the Arts Foundation’s Whakamana Hiranga ceremony — a powerful tribute to New Zealand’s cultural giants. Lynda Topp accepted the award on behalf of her late twin sister Jools, calling her “my icon” in a moving moment that underscored the bittersweet nature of the honor. Each recipient shared stories of lifelong dedication: Nicholas reflected on global sales of his art since childhood; Robinson praised audiences for uplifting artists; and Ihimaera-Smiler…
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