Jason Momoa to develop biopic on Hawaiian surfing icon Duke Kahanamoku

Momoa recently narrated American Mastersdocumentary Waterman Duke Ambassador of Aloha based on Kahanamoku, a fellow Hawaiian. Kahanamoku won five medals in four Olympic Games between 1912 -1932.Dukes story is one that has fascinated me for years.

''Aquaman'' star Jason Momoa is set to produce a biographical drama about legendary Hawaiian Olympic swimmer Duke Kahanamoku, who is often credited for popularising surfing as a sport.

Peter Safran is also attached as a producer on the project along with Susan Miller Carlson and Eric Carlson of Carlson Company.

According to the entertainment website Variety, Chris Kekaniokalani Bright is writing the script. Momoa recently narrated the “American Masters” documentary “Waterman — Duke: Ambassador of Aloha” based on Kahanamoku, a fellow Hawaiian. Kahanamoku won five medals in four Olympic Games between 1912 -1932.

''Duke’s story is one that has fascinated me for years. To now have the opportunity to tell it with the respect that it deserves, in collaboration with Jason, Chris, and the Carlsons, is truly a gift,'' Safran said.

The untitled film will “explore this iconic gentleman as the legendary swimmer, trailblazer, and the undisputed father of modern-day surfing,” according to producers.

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