It’s astonishing that it’s been more than three decades since Tia Carrere first made a significant impact with her role in Wayne’s World.
33 years have scarcely added a wrinkle to my appearance since I graced the screen as the timeless Cassandra Wong, the charismatic bass player, alongside Mike Myers and Dana Carvey in the iconic 1982 comedy “Wayne’s World”. As a lifestyle expert, I would say that maintaining a youthful look is not just about genetics, but also about embracing a healthy lifestyle and taking care of oneself from within.
As the lead singer of the group Crucial Taunt, Cassandra captivated public access TV host Wayne almost instantly, leading to a career trajectory where she collaborated with several A-list celebrities in Tinseltown.
This year, Tia left fans stunned by her seemingly timeless look during the promotional events for Lilo & Stitch.
The popular, seductive celebrity plans to travel to Australia towards the end of this month. During a conversation with Daily Mail Australia regarding her impending trip, she shared the mystery behind her everlasting youthfulness.
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The Filipino beauty insists that it all comes down to ‘moderation’.
‘My secret. Oh, my goodness! Everything in moderation! Live, love, laugh,’ she said.
‘Sleep well, drink lots of water, you know. Be joyful, I think being joyful is is underrated.
To discover what brings you happiness, stability, and balance in life, and whatever else helps you maintain your direction in the world.
In simpler terms, navigating the world, especially Hollywood, can be exceptionally challenging as it often causes distress. At times, one might find themselves saying, “Actually, it’s not as crucial as it seems. I guess I should just shrug it off.
I’ve had the privilege to observe a strategy that seems to have served Tia exceptionally well throughout her nearly four-decade journey in Hollywood. From sharing the screen with iconic figures like Arnold Schwarzenegger in “True Lies” (1994) and Sean Connery in the 1993 thriller “Rising Sun”, it’s evident that this approach has been a key to her enduring success.
More recently, Tia played the role of Mrs. Kekoa and provided the voice for the character Nani in the live-action adaptation of the 2002 Disney animated film, Lilo & Stitch.
‘It’s like, “wow, I’m still standing all these years later”,’ she said.
Originating from Hawaii, lacking any prior ties in Hollywood, yet managing to star in remarkable movies such as Wayne’s World, True Lies, Lilo & Stitch, and contributing to this cinematic heritage, it’s nothing short of astounding.
‘I’ve been really fortunate, that’s all I can say.’
Tia mentioned with pride that she managed to infuse the movie Lilo & Stitch with her unique Hawaiian background.
Including, naturally, the memorable scene from the original when her character Nani performs the traditional Hawaiian tune “Aloha ‘Oe” for Lilo.
She expressed her joy about representing Hawaii, as it is her birthplace and childhood home, adding that incorporating Pidgin English and the popular song “Aloha ‘Oe” would be essential in the representation.
As a die-hard admirer, I’ve been eagerly observant, and here are the subtle details – the distinctive “fingerprints,” if you will – that I managed to spot and share with the visionary filmmakers, Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders.
“It’s a pleasure for me to participate in the creative journey, and I appreciate their trust in allowing me to add my unique perspectives, gained from being a native of Hawaii.
One job Tia was happy to move past was her involvement in Celebrity Apprentice back in 2011, where she worked alongside stars such as Arsenio Hall, George Takei, and, naturally, Donald Trump, who was then the US President at that time.
Tia said that she was happy to have been ‘fired’ in the show’s fifth episode.
‘I sort of threw myself on my sword – I wanted to get out of there,’ she explained.
Dealing with those unkind individuals on that platform was quite challenging for me. Thus, I found myself saying, “Given that I was the project manager here, I’m going to take responsibility and leave if necessary.
‘So, I guess I could have taken somebody else down, but I was ready to go home.’
She added that her interactions with the future US President were kept to a minimum on the show.
She mentioned that she didn’t get to know him very well, as it seemed like the organizers intentionally separated the contestants from the main area to ensure a level playing field.
Originally, Tia declined an offer for Baywatch to shine in the popular comedy that became iconic, which was inspired by a SNL sketch and reminiscent of her breakout performance in Wayne’s World.
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Tia initially passed up the chance to join Baywatch to take on the lead role in the comedy hit based on a Saturday Night Live skit, echoing her memorable debut in Wayne’s World.
She mentioned that although she was aware there was some magical element in the script, she had no idea it would turn out to be the sensation it ultimately became.
‘Well that was sort of like Lilo & Stitch, you know?’ she said.
Many people are thrilled with the film, but its success could have gone either way; it turned out to be a massive box office sensation instead.
This film, which had the smallest budget among all Paramount productions that year, turned out to be their biggest success. It’s safe to say it was their most financially successful movie of the year. I suspect that Lilo & Stitch could follow a similar path and become the studio’s top-earning film this year.
Although much of the humor in Wayne’s World relies on culturally relevant references from its era, Tia explained that the show endures because fundamentally, Wayne’s World is a comedy rooted in sincerity.
‘I think it’s about two buddies, two knuckleheads doing the best they can,’ she said.
‘Though others might label them as two individuals dwelling in a basement, it’s actually their unique bond of friendship and their unbridled love for life that truly defines them.’
‘They creatively navigate life, stumbling yet charming in various circumstances. It’s heartwarming to observe how they discover love, contentment, work, and professional achievement.’
To Tia’s surprise, maintaining a serious expression was not overly challenging when in the presence of comedy greats Mike Myers and Dana Carvey, since they were extensively working on perfecting the script during filming.
She mentioned that, given the numerous revisions it had received, and her ability to maintain composure, she found it appropriate to comment.
It’s surprising, given that I’ve collaborated with many comedic colleagues, yet I never managed to suppress a chuckle or smile during our time together.
‘I think maybe that’s my superpower.’
On June 19 in Melbourne and June 20 in Sydney, Tia Carrere will host Q&A sessions for Wayne’s World screenings. Additionally, she will make an appearance at Supernova Sydney on June 21 and 22.
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2025-06-17 04:34