Auliʻi Cravalho Reflects on Disney Success and Buying Her Mom a Home

The 24-year-old 'Moana' star shares how her breakout role transformed her life and allowed her to give back to her family.

Auliʻi Cravalho revealed she purchased a house for her mother after the success of Disney's 'Moana' in 2016, lifting her family out of poverty.
Cravalho, who grew up on food stamps in Hawaii, credits her mother for making significant sacrifices, including raising her in a one-bedroom apartment where her mom slept on the couch.
She reprised her role as Moana in the recently released 'Moana 2,' which has already broken box office records, earning $386 million globally in its opening days.
Beyond her Disney career, Cravalho has expanded her portfolio with roles in films like the 'Mean Girls' musical and a Broadway debut in 'Cabaret.'
The actor emphasized staying grounded throughout her career, attributing this to her parents' guidance and their insistence on maintaining a normal childhood.