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entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Iam Tongi Makes History as First Pacific Islander to Win 'American Idol' Season 21

Iam Tongi, an 18-year-old from Oahu, Hawaii, made history by becoming the first Pacific Islander singer to win "American Idol." Tongi won the show's 21st season after an emotional performance of his original song, "I'll Be Seeing You," dedicated to his late father. Country singer Megan Danielle placed second, and Colin Stough came in third. Tongi paid tribute to his home state multiple times throughout the season, with covers of "Cool Down" by Kolohe Kai and "Lava" from the Disney short film of the same name set on a Pacific island.

via NBC News|

#american-idol #entertainment #hawaii

entertainment2 years ago•0 min saved

Auli'i Cravalho Passes Baton for Moana Live-Action Remake

Aulii Cravalho, who voiced Moana in the original animated movie, will not be playing the character in the upcoming live-action remake. However, she will be involved as an executive producer and will help in the search for a new Moana. The casting call is open for a 16-year-old Pacific Islander girl who is a strong singer.

via Hawaii News Now|

#aulii-cravalho #casting-call #entertainment

health2 years ago•3 min saved

Cancer Death Rates Highest Among Young Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Adults

Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders between the ages of 20 and 49 have the highest death rates from any type of cancer among all racial groups of that age bracket, according to new research. The report highlights the importance of disaggregating Asian and NHPI individuals, as these groups have disparate cancer mortality rates that are hidden when analyzed together. High cancer death rates in Black, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities are likely due in part to unequal access to health care and structural racism. Marginalized communities are also more likely to receive “suboptimal” cancer treatment that may not be consistent with the recommended clinical practice guidelines.

via NBC News|

#cancer #health #health-disparities