Moana

The Secret Weapon Behind Dwayne Johnson's Moana Transformation

Dwayne Johnson was determined to get Moana's Maui back to who he's meant to be in the live-action film. But coming off 2025's The Smashing Machine, he told E! News, "I had no time to change my body."

July 10, 2026

See How Far You'll Go With These Moana Secrets

We dove deep to uncover secrets about Moana, Dwayne Johnson and Auli'i Cravalho's Disney flick getting the live-action treatment with the July 10 release. What can we say except, you're welcome?

July 10, 2026

Dwayne Johnson Details Emotional Performance With Daughters at Moana Premiere

Dwayne Johnson shared that he felt “real pride” in sharing a stage with his daughters Simone, Jasmine and Tiana while showcasing their culture at the Moana premiere on July 7.

July 8, 2026

Dwayne Johnson Reacts to Viral Memes About Maui’s Hair in Live Action Moana

Ahead of Disney’s live action Moana hitting theaters July 10, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson shared his reaction to the memes about Maui’s hair circulating online in an exclusive E! News interview.

July 8, 2026

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Explains How 40-Pound Bodysuit Transformed Him Into Maui for Moana Live Action

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson exclusively told E! News how he transformed into Maui for the live-action version of Moana—out July 10—by wearing a 40-pound bodysuit instead of showing off his real muscles.

June 23, 2026

Moana Star Catherine Laga'aia Reveals Sweet Message From Auli’i Cravalho

Moana's Catherine Laga'aia received an incredibly sweet message for her animated counterpart Auli’i Cravalho before filming, exclusively telling E! News it was an honor to have her full support.

June 22, 2026

Dwayne Johnson Shares Why His ‘Moana’ Role Was "Jarring" for His Kids

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson exclusively told E! News why his kids had a memorable reaction to his long curly hair as Maui in Disney's live-action Moana movie, premiering in theatres July 10.

June 22, 2026

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Shares Why His Moana Appearance Was "Jarring" for His Kids at First

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson exclusively told E! News why his kids had a memorable reaction to his long curly hair as Maui in Disney's live-action Moana movie, premiering in theatres July 10.

June 22, 2026

Why The Internet Is Buzzing About Dwyane Johnson's Live-Action Moana Transformation

Dwayne Johnson—who is reprising his role as Maui in the live-action Moana—underwent a drastic hair transformation for the film, and the internet can’t stop talking about it.

March 24, 2026

How Dwayne Johnson Gained 30 Pounds for ‘The Smashing Machine’

Dwayne Johnson detailed his fitness and diet transformation for ‘The Smashing Machine’ to E! News’ Francesca Amiker at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.

September 9, 2025

Dwayne Johnson Admits to Wearing "Bulked Up" Bodysuit to Film Live-Action Moana

After paparazzi snapped Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson on set of the live-action Moana remake, the actor revealed his bulkier physique was actually the result of a bodysuit.

November 28, 2024

Dwayne Johnson Details Sweet Experience of Having His Kids in Moana 2

Dwayne Johnson shared an inside look at his daughters Jasmine and Tiana’s reactions to Moana 2, in which they were able to voice two characters alongside their dad.

November 25, 2024

Live-Action Moana Reveals First Look at Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson’s Total Transformation

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson was spotting dressed as his Moana character Maui while filming Disney's live-action remake of the 2016 animated movie in Hawaii Nov. 21. See the first look.

November 22, 2024

Auli’i Cravalho Reveals If She'll Return as Moana for Live-Action Remake

Auli'i Cravalho has officially revealed whether she will be reprising her leading role in Disney's live-action remake of Moana.

May 19, 2023

Mean Girls: The Musical Movie Cast Is Totally Fetch: See Who's Playing Cady, Regina & More

The cast of the upcoming Mean Girls: The Musical film adaptation, based on the Broadway musical written by Tina Fey, is here! Find out who will be playing Cady, Regina, Janis and Damian.

December 9, 2022

True Thompson Is Khloe Kardashian's Very Own "Moana" in Adorable New Beach Photos

Khloe Kardashian is no doubt saying "You're Welcome" to fans after sharing True Thompson's cute Moana-inspired beach pics on Aug. 8. All hail warrior princess True!

August 9, 2021

Dwayne Johnson Credits Daughter, 2, With Helping Moana Song Reach Big Milestone

Dwayne Johnson's Moana song "You're Welcome" just hit a huge milestone, possibly thanks to his daughter Tia. But will the toddler finally admit what we all know?

November 14, 2020