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Duke Kahanamoku
Born 1890-08-24Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
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.
Screen work
Movies & roles
Disney Celebrates America: The Pursuit of HappinessSelf (archival footage)WatermanSelf (archive footage)Mister RobertsNative ChiefWake of the Red WitchUa NukeAround the World in 80 Minutes with Douglas FairbanksSelfIsle of EscapeManuaGirl of the PortKalitaWhere East Is EastWild Animal Trapper (uncredited)Her Summer HeroSwimmerWoman WiseGuardThe Isle of Sunken GoldThe Devil-ApeHulaHawaiian Boy (uncredited)Old IronsidesPirate Captain (uncredited)Sons of the SurfRoleLord JimTamb ItamNo Father to Guide HimThe LifeguardThe Pony ExpressIndian ChiefAdventureNoah Noa