Hawaii is a stunning state with a rich culture. It’s home to about 1.45 million people. Some of theme are incredible actors!
To compile this list of the 10 biggest movie stars from Hawaii, 24/ Tempo consulted several entertainment websites like IMDb. (Looking for another entertainment article? Click here to read about the most well-liked actors in America of all time.)
Jason Momoa
Jason Momoa has been in dozens of movies and TV series in the last decade. He is one of many Hawaiian celebrities involved in the film industry. This incredibly talented actor was born on August 1, 1979, in Honolulu, Hawaii.
He’s been acting since at least 1999. One of the first movies he starred in was “Johnson Family Vacation.” Other films you can see Jason Momoa in are “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” “Aquaman,” “Once Upon a Time in Venice,” and “Fast X.” Momoa is also known for his portrayal of Khal Drogo in “Game of Thrones.”
Nicole Kidman
Another incredible actor from Hawaii is Nicole Kidman. She was born on June 20, 1967, in Honolulu, Hawaii but she was raised in Australia.
Nicole Kidman has been active in the film industry since 1983. She has starred in movies like “Bombshell,” “The Golden Compass,” and “Paddington.”
Kelly Preston
Next on our list of the biggest movie stars from Hawaii is Kelly Preston. This stunning actress was born on October 13, 1962, also in Honolulu. Sadly, she passed away on July 12, 2020 in Clearwater, Florida.
Kelly Preston has a long and impressive list of projects. She began acting in 1980. Some of her works include “Spellbinder,” “The Cat in the Hat,” “The Last Song,” “What a Girl Wants,” and “Sky High.”
Auliʻi Cravalho
The voice behind this wonderful Disney movie “Moana” also makes our list. Auliʻi Cravalho was born on November 22, 2000 in Kohala, Hawaii.
Since landing this incredible role, Cravalho has starred in many other movies and shows. Some of these movies and series include “All Together Now,” “Mean Girls,” and “The Power.”
Jacob Batalon
Jacob Batalon is another great actor to make our list of the most famous movie stars from Hawaii. He was born on October 9, 1996 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Although many people know him for his role in the Spider-Man and Avengers series, he’s been in other shows and movies!
Jacob Batalon has starred in “Every Day,” “Shortcomings,” and “Reginald the Vampire.”
Janel Parrish
Next is Janel Parrish. She is one of many incredible women movie stars from Hawaii. She was born on October 30, 1988, in Kaneohe, Hawaii. She’s been acting and performing since at least 1996. One of her first roles was as Young Cosette in the Broadway production of “Les Misérables.”
Apart from live theater, Parrish has also starred in multiple movies and TV series. Some of these include “Bratz,” ”To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,” “Pretty Little Liars,” and ‘”Christmas Is Cancelled.”
Timothy Olyphant
With over 30 years of acting experience, Timothy Olyphant makes our list. This great celebrity was born on May 20, 1968, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Although born in Hawaii, he moved to California when he was two years old.
Olyphant has had roles in “Rock Star,” “A Perfect Getaway,” “Santa Clarita Diet,” and “Justified.”
Tahj Mowry
Did you know Tahj Mowry was also born in Hawaii? Like many actors on our list, Mowry was also born in Honolulu, on May 17, 1986.
Tahn Mowry has been acting since at least 1990. He starred in “Smart Guy,” “Kim Possible,” “Baby Daddy,” and “Are We Done Yet?”
James Shigeta
For nearly 60 years, James Shigeta graced screens across the world. He was born on June 17, 1929, in Honolulu, when Hawaii was a territory, not a state. Shigeta was a third-generation Japanese American.
He played main roles in multiple films and also had a gorgeous singing voice. Shigeta starred in “The Crimson Kimono,” “Bridge to the Sun,” and “Mulan.”
Keone Young
Last but not least is Keone Young. Young was born on September 6, 1947, in Honolulu, Hawaii. He’s been in the film industry since at least 1967.
Young has played many roles in different types of movies and shows. He’s starred in “Kay O’Brien,” “The Young and the Restless,” “Crank,” and “American Dragon: Jake Long.”
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