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and will serve as an executive producer on the live-action remake.

She also portrayed Janis in theMean Girlsmusical filmearlier this year.

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2.Drew Afualo

If you don’t know Drew, you’re missing out!

Her first book,Loud, comes out this summer, and I’ve already preordered it!

5.Eliana Su’a

Eliana is of Samoan, Mexican, and Argentine heritage.

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He’s starred in huge franchises likeThe MatrixandJohn Wickas well popular films likeSpeedandThe Lake House.

Keanu is also beloved by the internet; I don’t know a single person who dislikes this man!

7.Simone Kessell

Born in New Zealand, the actor is of Maori and European descent.

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After gaining fame as a WWE wrestler, he became the Hollywood star we know and love today.

And last year, he became the first Samoan to play a superhero withBlack Adam.

I can’t wait to see what she’ll do next.

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She won an Emmy for her work on “Savage X Fenty Show Vol.

3” and choreographed Rihanna’s iconic Super Bowl performance last year!

And did you know that KJ is a talented musician?

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In 2021, he released an indie folk-rock album calledClocks.

17.Alex Tarrant

The New Zealand-born actor is of Maori, Samoan, and Niuean heritage.

19.Jemaine Clement

The New Zealand-born actor is of Maori and European descent.

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He was sooo funny inFlight of the Conchords!

Jemaine joined Taika Waititi as an actor, writer, and director inWhat We Do in the Shadows.

He’s also been in hits likeMen in Black 3andAvatar: The Way of Water.

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I absolutely LOVED her inWhale Rider(one of my all-time favorite movies).

Currently, she’s playing Hana inFBI: Most Wanted.

Last year, he portrayed the head of American Samoa soccer inNext Goal Wins.

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After gaining a massive following on YouTube for his music, he landed a starring role inFinding Ohana.

He played Walter inDoogie Kamealoha, M.D.and currently portrays Shawn inPretty Little Liars: Original Sin.

25.Uli Latukefu

The Tongan actor was born and raised in Australia.

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Most recently, he played Nicky Salapu inNext Goal Wins,and you might see him inMaXXXinelater this year.

26.Kaliko Kauahi

Born in Hawaii, the actor is of Native Hawaiian and Japanese heritage.

He’s been in tons of stuff, likeStar Warsfilms,Once Were Warriors, and theAquamanmovies.

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28.Rachel House

The New Zealand-born actor is of Maori and European descent.

And her directorial debut,The Mountain, premieres later this year!

After winning Miss Teen USA 1985 and Miss Hawaii USA 1993, she landed roles inThe Scorpion Kingand theX-MenmovieX2.

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Mainei has appeared inSee,The Last Manhunt, andKapo.

Currently, she’s working on Jason Momoa’s upcoming show,Chief of War.

Best known for playing Jerry onThe Walking Dead, Cooper was also inHalt and Catch Fireand theShazam!movies.

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I loved his portrayal of Crixus inSpartacus,but he was also great inArrowand theHobbitmovies.

She started out in theater and produced a Pacific Islander musical before doing shows in New York City.

From 2021 to 2023, she played Ata Johnson (Dwayne Johnson’s mom) inYoung Rock.

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34.John Tui

The Tongan actor was born in New Zealand.

He also played Afa Anoa’i inYoung Rock.

Is there anything this man can’t do?

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Plus,Hunt for the Wilderpeopleis a masterpiece!

Do yourself a favor and watch it if you’re ever in need of a laugh.

Dwayne as a superhero

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As Archie Andrews in Riverdale

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the cast

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John in Young Rock

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