Shalimar Seiuli is a Samoan-American actor and producer, born in American Samoa and raised in Hawaii. He began his professional career in Hollywood as a bodyguard for celebrities such as Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Seiuli then transitioned into acting, landing small roles in films such as "The Game Plan," "Get Smart," and "Race to Witch Mountain." He also had a recurring role on the TV show "Hawaii Five-0." Seiuli is best known for his role as "Makoa" in the blockbuster film "Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw" alongside Johnson. Along with his acting career, Seiuli co-founded a production company called "ASPI," which aims to promote Pacific Islander representation in entertainment. He is also an advocate for mental health awareness and has spoken openly about his past struggles with depression. Overall, Seiuli's career has been focused on breaking barriers for Pacific Islander representation in the entertainment industry while also using his platform to promote mental health awareness.