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Where did Duke Kahanamoku live?

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Asked by: Shirene Allen

Lived in Los Angeles and played parts in over 28 Hollywood movies. Heroic board rescue of 8 drowning men at Newport Beach, CA. Rode a monster wave for 1 1/8 miles at Waikiki – likely the longest ride in modern times. At age 42, won a Bronze Medal as an alternate on the U.S. water polo team in the Los Angeles Olympics.

Where did Duke Kahanamoku get married?

Kailua-Kona

What a gorgeous hunk of humanity.” The couple were married in a private ceremony in Kailua-Kona on Aug. 2, 1940, ending Duke’s bachelorhood at age 50. They became Honolulu’s unofficial “first couple,” frequently entertaining dignitaries and celebrities at their Black Point home.

Who was the first Hawaiian surfer?

Duke Kahanamoku

Personal information
Full name Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku
Nickname(s) “Duke,” “The Big Kahuna”
National team United States
Born August 24, 1890 Haleʻākala, Honolulu, Kingdom of Hawaii

Who owns Dukes Waikiki?

TS Restaurants

Duke’s Waikiki, owned by TS Restaurants, has since become one of Waikiki’s most popular dining spots.

Who owns Dukes in Malibu?

T S Restaurants

Duke’s, owned by T S Restaurants, searched out spectacular waterfront sites for five award winning restaurants honoring the great Duke Kahanamoku: Hawaii’s most famous citizen, Olympic medalist and father of modern day surfing.