Pua Magasiva facts for kids
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Pua Magasiva
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| Born | 10 August 1980 |
| Died | 11 May 2019 (aged 38) Wellington, New Zealand
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| Education | St Patrick's College |
| Occupation | Actor, Radio Presenter |
| Years active | 1999–2019 |
| Spouse(s) |
Kourtney Ngaamo
(m. 2012; div. 2015) Elizabeth Sadler (m. 2018)
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| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Robbie Magasiva (brother) |
Pua Magasiva (born August 10, 1980 – died May 11, 2019) was an actor from New Zealand. He was of Samoan heritage. Pua was famous for playing Shane Clarke, the Red Ranger, in Power Rangers Ninja Storm. He also played Vinnie Kruse in the TV show Shortland Street. Pua worked as a co-host for the radio station Flava.
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About Pua Magasiva
Pua Magasiva was born in Apia, Samoa. When he was two years old, his family moved to Wellington, New Zealand. His older brother, Robbie Magasiva, was also an actor. Robbie's acting inspired Pua to become an actor too.
Early Acting Roles
Pua started acting in 1999. He had a small part in Shortland Street as Elvis Iosefa. In 2001, he got a role in a TV series called Aroha. This show was in the Māori language. It was shown at a film festival and got good reviews.
Becoming a Star
In 2003, Pua got two big roles. He became the Red Ranger, Shane Clarke, in Power Rangers: Ninja Storm. His brother Robbie even appeared in one episode of the show. Pua also got a main role in Shortland Street as Nurse Vinnie Kruse. He stayed on Shortland Street until 2006.
Film and Other Work
After Shortland Street, Pua starred in the comedy movie Sione's Wedding in 2006. His brother Robbie was also in this film. In 2007, Pua appeared in the horror movie 30 Days of Night. He also made guest appearances in other TV shows like Diplomatic Immunity and Outrageous Fortune in 2009.
Pua returned to Shortland Street in 2011 as Vinnie Kruse. He also acted in plays, like Two Days in Dream and Where We Once Belonged. He appeared in many commercials for Lift Plus drinks. Pua also hosted Small Blacks TV News.
Film and Television Roles
Film Appearances
Pua Magasiva acted in several movies. Here are some of them:
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 2001 | The Other Side of Heaven | Finau |
| Aidiko Insane | Phoebus | |
| 2004 | Haka & Siva | Siva |
| 2006 | Sione's Wedding | Sione |
| Uso | Ranatonga | |
| 2007 | 30 Days of Night | Malekai Hamm |
| 2010 | Matariki | Sergeant Wolfgram |
| 2011 | Panic at Rock Island | TK |
| 2012 | Sione's 2: Unfinished Business | Sione |
Television Shows
Pua Magasiva was in many popular TV shows.
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1999; 2003–2006; 2011–2018 | Shortland Street | Elvis Iosefa (1999) Nurse Vinnie Kruse (2003–2006, 2011–2018) |
308 episodes |
| 2002 | Revelations - The Initial Journey | Greg Davies | Episode: "Unfinished Business" |
| 2003 | Power Rangers Ninja Storm | Shane Clarke / Red Wind Ranger | 38 episodes |
| 2004 | Power Rangers Dino Thunder | 2 episodes | |
| What Now? | Himself | "Episode #23.2" | |
| 2009 | Diplomatic Immunity | The Niu | Episode: "Boris the Spider" |
| Outrageous Fortune | Issac | 5 episodes | |
| 2011 | East West 101 | Ned Rewiti | Episode: "Ned Rewiti" |
| 2013–2019 | Small Blacks TV | Himself | |
| 2014 | Flat3 | Winston | Episode: "The Game" |
See also
In Spanish: Pua Magasiva para niños
