Stephanie Tauevihi
| Stephanie Tauevihi | |
|---|---|
| Occupation |
Singer Songwriter Television actress |
| Known for | Shortland Street |
| Children | 1 son, Julian |
| Parent(s) | father, Niuaviu Tauevihi |
Stephanie Tauevihi is a New Zealand songwriter, singer and actress, known for her work as the fictional character, Donna Heka,[1] in the New Zealand television series Shortland Street.[2] She also played a Real estate Agent in one episode of short-lived NZ program Rude Awakenings.[3][4] She has provided songs and vocals for New Zealand band Strawpeople[3][4]
Career
Tauevihi began her career on radio station Mai FM, and entered television as a presenter for the youth television show Infocus. She has sung with and provided vocals for band Strawpeople,[1] for which work she received a 1995 nomination for 'Best Female Vocalist' at the New Zealand Music Awards.[3][4]
Activism
As a health promoter for 'Waiora Healthcare PHO' in West Auckland, she is active in efforts to address addiction to drugs and alcohol in New Zealand, and supports the organization 'Be Free'.[5] When Cyclone Heta caused widespread damage in New Zealand in 2004, she used her high profile position to persuade companies to provide relief.[6] She also actively supports 'Youth Pride' in its efforts to get at-risk children off the streets of South Auckland.[7]
Filmography
- In-Focus (1992)
- Shortland Street (1997-2004) as Donna Heka
- Thinking About Sleep (1999) as Lucy
- Look Who's Famous Now (1999) as Herself
- Happy Birthday 2 You (2000) as Donna Heka
- Rude Awakenings (1 episode, 2007)
- Russian Snark (2010) as Roseanna
- Rest for the Wicked (2011) as Renata
Recognition
Awards and nominations
- 1995, Nominated 'Best Female Vocalist' at New Zealand Music Awards[4]
- 2000, Won 'Best Supporting Actress' at the New Zealand Television Awards for her work in Shortland Street.[4]
- 2010, Won 'Best Supporting Actress in a Feature Film' at the Qantas Awards for her work in Russian Snark[1][3]
References
- 1 2 3 Louisa Cleave (27 May 2000 Share Email). "Stephanie Tauevihi - Happily ever after". New Zealand Herald. Retrieved 19 October 2011. Check date values in:
|date=(help) - ↑ James Hou-fu Liu, New Zealand identities, p. 219
- 1 2 3 4 Andrew Whiteside (27 June 2011). "Stephanie Tauevihi – escaping Donna Heka". NZ On Screen. Retrieved 19 October 2011.
- 1 2 3 4 5 "Stephanie Tauevihi". TVNZ Staff. TV2. Retrieved 19 October 2011.
- ↑ "Star steps up to help". Chronicle. Stuff. 11 December 2008. Retrieved 20 October 2011.
- ↑ Claire Trevett (14 January 2004). "Actor goes in to bat for Niue". New Zealand Herald. Retrieved 19 October 2011.
- ↑ Neil Reid (1 October 2010). "Stars' boost for kids". Sunday News. Stuff. Retrieved 19 October 2011.