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Meet Catherine Lagaʻaia: The rising star bringing Moana to life in Disney’s live-action remake |

Disney has unveiled the first trailer for its live-action Moana, introducing 18-year-old Australian actress Catherine Lagaʻaia as the titular wayfinder. Lagaʻaia, of Samoan heritage, expressed her honor in celebrating Pacific Island peoples and representing young girls who look like her. The film, set for a July 2026 release, also features Dwayne Johnson as Maui. Disney…

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‘Moana’ live-action teaser: Catherine Laga’aia sets sail with Dwayne Johnson and Hei-Hei |

It’s time to set sail once again with ‘Moana’ in the upcoming live-action retelling. Coming in over 9 years after the original animated film first hit the big screens, the makers on Monday, dropped the first teaser clip, offering fans a brief preview of the film and a first clear glimpse of newcomer Catherine Lagaʻaia…

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