Catherine Laga’aia

Who is Catherine Laga’aia?
Catherine Laga’aia is an Australian actress, cast as Moana in the live-action Disney movie based on the Academy Award-nominated animated film Moana (2026). She also played young Candy in the 2023 Amazon Prime Video series The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart.
Quick Details
Date of Birth | December 17, 2006 |
Birthplace | Sydney, Australia |
Current Residence | Sydney, Australia |
Nationality | Australian |
Gender | Female |
Birthday | December 17 |
Age | 18 |
Height | 5′ 2″ (1.57 m) |
Weight | 38 kilograms |
Zodiac Sign (Horoscope) | Sagittarius |
Hair Color | Blond |
Eyes Color | Brown |
Parents | Jay Laga’aia Sandra Jane Laga’aia |
Sibling | 7 |
Profession | Actress |
Years active | 2023-present |
Debut Series | The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart (2023) |
Debut Film | Moana (2026) |
Early Life & Education
Catherine Laga’aia was born on December 17, 2006, in Sydney, Australia. Her father is Jay Laga’aia also an actor. Her mother is Sandra Jane Laga’aia, one of the deputy principals at Sydney Secondary College Balmain Campus. She is one of eight siblings. When she was a child, her father hosted the Australian children’s television show “Play School.”
Career
Catherine Laga’aia began her career by playing young Candy in the 2023 Amazon Prime Video series “The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart.” She has been cast as Moana in the live-action Disney movie based on the Academy Award-nominated animated film “Moana,” set to be released on July 10, 2026.
Filmography
Catherine Laga’aia Movies
Year | Title | Role |
---|---|---|
2026 | Moana | Moana |
Catherine Laga’aia TV Series / Web Series
Year | Title | Role |
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2023 | The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart | Candy |