Duke Kahanamoku
Biography
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.
Known For
Mister Roberts
Wake of the Red Witch
Disney Celebrates America: The Pursuit of Happiness
Hula
Old Ironsides
Waterman
Woman Wise
Around the World in 80 Minutes with Douglas Fairbanks
Her Summer Hero
Isle of Escape
Where East Is East
No Father to Guide Him
Adventure
Lord Jim
Girl of the Port
The Pony Express
The Isle of Sunken Gold
Sons of the Surf