Everything to Know About Catherine Laga’aia, the Newest ‘Moana’ Star
Eighteen-year-old Catherine Laga'aia stars as Moana in Disney's live-action remake, emphasizing Pacific Islander representation; only 44 lead roles featured Asian American and Pacific Islander actors in 13 years.
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NEWS: Teaser Trailer Released for Live Action Version of ‘Moana’
This live adaptation of the 2016 animated film is set to be released in cinemas in July 2026. Disney has now released a teaser trailer for its upcoming live action version of Moana, which stars Catherine Lagaʻaia in the title role and Dwayne Johnson returning as demigod Maui. The cast also includes: John Tui as Chief Tui, Frankie Adams as Moana’s mother Sina and Rena Owen as Gramma Tala. As with the animated film, the story follows Moana as she…
Will Bretman Rock Really Be the Voice of HeiHei in 'Moana' Live-Action? His 2023 Audition Resurfaces—Here's What We Know
Reports that Bretman Rock will voice HeiHei, the scatterbrained rooster in the live-action Moana, have been making a buzz online after a video of his 2023 audition resurfaced. In the clip, he dresses up in a chicken costume, mimics HeiHei's iconic squawks, and even delivers lines while wearing a coconut shell on his head — all sent directly to Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. It's bold, fun, and very Bretman 'Da Baddest' Rock, leaving many to wonder w…
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