About
Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku (August 24, 1890 – January 22, 1968) was a Hawaiian competition swimmer, lifeguard and actor, winning five Olympic medals during his athletic career and helping to popularize the sport of surfing in the early 20th century.
Filmography
Disney Celebrates America: The Pursuit of Happiness2026 · Self (archival footage)
Waterman2022 · Self (archive footage)
Mister Roberts1955 · Native Chief
Wake of the Red Witch1948 · Ua Nuke
Around the World in 80 Minutes with Douglas Fairbanks1931 · Self
Isle of Escape1930 · Manua
Girl of the Port1930 · Kalita
Where East Is East1929 · Wild Animal Trapper (uncredited)
Her Summer Hero1928 · Swimmer
Woman Wise1928 · Guard
The Isle of Sunken Gold1927 · The Devil-Ape
Hula1927 · Hawaiian Boy (uncredited)
Old Ironsides1926 · Pirate Captain (uncredited)
Sons of the Surf1926
Lord Jim1925 · Tamb Itam
No Father to Guide Him1925 · The Lifeguard
The Pony Express1925 · Indian Chief
Adventure1925 · Noah Noa