Duke Kahanamoku

Born

1890-08-24

Died

1968-01-22

Birthplace

Honolulu, Hawaii, USA

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.