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· Carl Samson
Community rallies around family of Samoan designer killed in ‘No Kings’ protest
An outpouring of community support has emerged for the family of Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, the 39-year-old Samoan fashion designer and former “Project Runway” contestant who was fatally shot while participating in a “No Kings” protest in downtown Salt Lake City on Saturday night.…
· Ryan General
Auli’i Cravalho says ‘Moana 2’ has become a ‘source of Polynesian pride’
Auli’i Cravalho expressed immense pride in the film’s portrayal of her culture at the U.K. premiere of “Moana 2” on Sunday. “I love that Moana has such an impact, not only for my community of Pacific Islanders, but even beyond,” the 23-year-old told The Hollywood Reporter at…
· Bryan Ke
Dwayne Johnson gives surprise first-look at ‘Moana 2’
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson made a surprise appearance at CinemaCon on Thursday, presenting a first look at Disney’s sequel to the hit animated movie “Moana.” Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Kyle Hanagami reveals ‘Mean Girls’ choreo was inspired by Blackpink
Choreographer Kyle Hanagami, known for architecting some of Blackpink’s dance moves, has shared that he drew inspiration from the K-pop girl group while working on the 2024 musical adaptation of “Mean Girls.” Hanagami’s influence: In a red-carpet interview with MTV, Hanagami…
· Bryan Ke
‘Mean Girls’ musical tops original’s opening weekend with $28M debut
The new “Mean Girls” movie came out strong at the weekend box office, beating the Mark Waters-directed cult classic by around $10 million. Driving the news: Released on Friday, “Mean Girls,” adapted from the 2018 Broadway musical of the same title, opened with $28 million…
· Carl Samson
Auli’i Cravalho reveals why she won’t star in Disney’s live-action ‘Moana’
Auli’i Cravalho has opened up about her choice to opt out of reprising her titular role in Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptation of “Moana.” What she’s saying: Cravalho, 23, first announced her decision last April after co-star Dwayne Johnson revealed that he will return as…
· Isa Peralta
‘Hailey’s On It’ starring Auliʻi Cravalho, Manny Jacinto premieres on Disney Channel
Disney’s newest show “Hailey’s On It!,” starring Auliʻi Cravalho and Manny Jacinto, is premiering on the Disney Channel and Disney XD on Thursday. About the series: “Hailey’s On It!” follows Hailey Alohilani Banks (voiced by Cravalho), a 14-year-old “risk-averse but resourceful…
· Bryan Ke
Disney ‘Moana’ live-action casting call hints at accurate depiction of titular character
Disney is now looking for an actor to play the live-action version of Moana, the titular character of the hit 2016 animated film of the same name. According to a recent casting call obtained by The DisInsider, Disney is looking for a 16-year-old actor to play the film’s “heroic,…
· Daniel Anderson
Dwayne Johnson, Auliʻi Cravalho announce return for live-action ‘Moana’ remake
Disney has announced a live-action remake of its 2016 animated hit “Moana.” Dwayne Johnson, who voices Maui in the original, will reprise the role and co-produce the film. Lead actor Auliʻi Cravalho, who voices Moana, will also serve as an executive producer, while Dana Ledoux…
· Rebecca Moon
‘Moana’ star Auli’i Cravalho calls on Disney to ‘step up’ on opposing ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill
“Moana” voice actor Auli’i Cravalho believes that Disney needs to “step forward” and take action against Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill. Disney faced harsh criticism in early March for funding campaigns of the Florida legislature members who voted in favor of the bill, including…
· Carl Samson
‘Moana’ Star Auli’i Cravalho Cast as Ariel in ABC’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ Show
ABC has cast “Moana” breakout star Auli’i Cravalho for the role of Ariel in its upcoming production of “The Little Mermaid Live!” later this year. First announced in 2017, the live musical event will air in November under the network’s revived “Wonderful World of Disney” banner,…