Maui

Relationships

Maui and Moana are linked by heritage, story, and calling. Moana seeks Maui to restore Te Fiti’s heart and her island’s life, while Maui—a demigod of the fishhook—tests,...

Celebrity Profiles

Dwayne Johnson, widely known for his leading roles in action and family-friendly live-action franchises, has periodically drawn attention for projects involving the island of Ma...

Celebrity Real Estate

Oprah Winfrey owns a residential property on the Hawaiian island of Maui, widely referenced in public records and local real estate news as a significant personal investment. Th...

Hawaii Geography

Maui Brown water refers to distinct waters associated with Maui, whether as a visual description of water bodies or as a phrase used metaphorically. This profile explains the te...

film-performance

In Disney's live action adaptation of Moana, the character Maui is portrayed by actor Dwayne Johnson, who brings his trademark charisma and physical presence to the demigod figu...

Marine biology and safety

Tiger sharks in Maui waters are large, wide-ranging predators whose nearshore activity varies by season, prey availability, and ocean conditions. This guide explains what is kno...

Relationships

No, Maui is not Moana’s dad in Disney’s Moana . In the film, Moana’s father is Chief Tui, the leader of her village, while Maui is a demigod ancestor and prospective guide...

culture-tradition

Maui in real life refers to the mythic demigod from Polynesian traditions upon whom Disney’s Moana character is based. This profile explains who Maui is in indigenous stories,...