Personal details
- Birth Date: 2000-11-22
- Height: 5′ 3″ (1.60 m)
- Birth Location: Kohala, Hawaii, USA
- Parents: Puanani Cravalho
- Professions: Actress, Producer, Soundtrack
Auli’i Cravalho—yeah, that’s the voice that made Moana totally unforgettable. She pretty much came out of nowhere in 2016, landed the lead in Disney’s Moana, and just crushed it as the adventurous, stubborn, and lovable heroine. Her singing? Insane. “How Far I’ll Go” is still stuck in people’s heads, and rightfully so. But she didn’t just stop with Disney princess status. Nope. She jumped into TV with the NBC drama Rise in 2018, playing a high school student chasing her dreams through the messiness of theater arts (and, let’s be real, a lot of teenage angst). It was kinda like Glee but grittier and more real—she brought a vulnerable but gutsy vibe to the character that made her stand out, even when the plot felt a bit all over the place. Then there’s All Together Now on Netflix in 2020, where she took on the role of a girl with some serious talent but an even bigger pile of problems to deal with (family struggles, homelessness, you name it). She nailed that balance between hope and heartbreak, which, honestly, is not easy to pull off without feeling cheesy. And just when you thought she’d only do dramas and musicals, she flipped the script with the Hulu rom-com Crush in 2022—diving into the chaos of high school romance and art competitions, all with her signature charm and a dash of awkwardness that felt way too real. So yeah, Auli’i’s range? Wild. She’s way more than just a Disney princess; she’s got chops for days and keeps picking roles that actually mean something.
She’s got a background that’s honestly kind of wild – Native Hawaiian, Puerto Rican, Portuguese, Chinese, and Irish all mixed together. Growing up, you can just imagine the blend of family traditions and stories around the dinner table, right? It’s not every day you meet someone with that kind of heritage. You’ve got the island vibes, a dash of Latin flair, plus some European roots thrown in for good measure, and let’s not forget the Chinese side, which probably adds even more depth to her family history. That kind of ancestry really shapes a person, like, the food, the music, the little things you pick up from each side. Maybe it’s in the way she sees the world, or how she connects with people. There’s just something cool about having such a rich mix – it turns any regular bio into something way more interesting. Bet her family reunions are unforgettable.
Moana? Oh man, she’s a total powerhouse. She just dives headfirst into this wild adventure, no hesitation, just pure guts. She’s not your typical princess waiting around for someone else to fix things—nah, she’s out there steering her own boat, literally and metaphorically. The ocean picks her, but it’s not like she just goes with the flow, she questions, she struggles, she pushes back. And honestly, who doesn’t relate to that feeling of fighting for what you believe in—even when everyone else thinks you’re nuts? She’s got this stubborn spark that’s actually pretty inspiring. Plus, the way she stands up for her people, her culture, and her family, it’s just... ugh, gets you right in the feels. The movie isn’t just about saving her island, it’s about figuring out who she is. Watching her grow, mess up, get back up, it’s like a shot of courage for anybody watching.
November 22, 2000
5′ 3″ (1.60 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
Kohala, Hawaii, USA
Yes, No Children
Puanani Cravalho and Surekha
24 years old