MOANA
Moana Maree Maniapoto (born 22 June 1961) is a New Zealand singer, songwriter and documentary maker. Widely considered one of New Zealand's most successful indigenous acts, her music is described as a fusion of traditional Māori haka, chants and taonga pūoro, with contemporary soul, reggae and classical styles. Moana was married to New Zealand politician and radio personality Willie Jackson for 15 years, during which time she was known as Moana Maniapoto-Jackson. The couple divorced in 2001 and have one son, journalist and producer Hikurangi Kimiora Jackson.
In 2016, Moana was inducted into the New Zealand Music Hall of Fame. Moana has been in a relationship with Director and Producer Toby Mills for over 20 years.
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