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Catherine Laga'aia's family react to her being cast as Moana in the live-action Disney classic


Watch the heartwarming moment Catherine Laga'aia's family find out she's been cast as the live action Moana.

In a candid TikTok video, posted by Catherine's older sister Jessie, the rising star is seen running and hugging her sibling following the exciting announcement. Sydney-based actress Catherine Laga'aia, 17, (left) will portray Moana, originally voiced by Auliʻi Cravalho, in the titular upcoming live-action of the Disney movie (right) Director Thomas Kail, who helmed Hamilton and Grease Live, said: 'I am thrilled to have met Catherine, Rena, Frankie and John through this casting process.

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