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Duke Kahanamoku

Duke Kahanamoku

Known for
Acting
Born
August 24, 1890, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Died
January 22, 1968
Movies
17

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.

Best-Known Movies

Filmography

2022WatermanSelf (archive footage)
1955Mister RobertsNative Chief
1948Wake of the Red WitchUa Nuke
1931Around the World in 80 Minutes with Douglas FairbanksSelf
1930Isle of EscapeManua
1930Girl of the PortKalita
1929Where East Is EastWild Animal Trapper (uncredited)
1928Her Summer HeroSwimmer
1928Woman WiseGuard
1927The Isle of Sunken GoldThe Devil-Ape
1927HulaHawaiian Boy (uncredited)
1926Old IronsidesPirate Captain (uncredited)
1926Sons of the Surf
1925Lord JimTamb Itam
1925No Father to Guide HimThe Lifeguard
1925The Pony ExpressIndian Chief (uncredited)
1925AdventureNoah Noa

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