Kaliko Kauahi is an American actress. She is known for her role as Sandra Kaluiokalani in NBC's comedy television series Superstore (2015–2021).[1][2] Additionally, she played the recurring role of Principal Kwan in the Disney Channel series Raven's Home (2018–2019) and has appeared in numerous television shows such as Parks and Recreation and iCarly.[1][3]
Kaliko Kauahi | |
|---|---|
| Born | Lawai, Hawaii, U.S. |
| Education | Loyola Marymount University |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2007–present |
Early life
editKauahi was born and raised in Lawai Valley on Kaua'i, Hawai'i's south side.[4][5] She was a boarding student at Kamehameha Schools in Honolulu.[4] She attended Loyola Marymount University, studying communications and recording arts.[4][6]
Career
editKauahi enrolled in acting classes and began pursuing an acting career in her late 20s, saying: "It just took me that long to admit to myself that this is what I wanted to do and to get over the fear."[7] She first appeared in short films, and landed guest roles on television shows such as Modern Family (2011), Parks and Recreation (2013), The Big Bang Theory (2014), and Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2015).[5][1] In 2015, she was cast in the recurring role of Sandra on NBC's workplace sitcom Superstore.[8] On May 22, 2019, NBC announced she had been promoted to a series regular for season 5; she remained a series regular for the show’s sixth and final season.[9]
She portrayed Principal Kwan in the Disney Channel television series Raven's Home (2018–2019).[1] She had a guest role as Tammy, a patient and practical animal handler in the NBC sitcom American Auto (2023), in the episode "Dealer Event".[10][11] In 2023, she also appeared as Danica in Paramount+'s comedy series iCarly, a revival series based on the 2007 Nickelodeon series of the same name. Her appearance on the show was well-received with fans hoping for her character's return for the fourth season.[12] She landed one of the main roles on NBC's medical comedy series St. Denis Medical, set to air in fall 2024.[13][14][15] The show follows doctors and nurses at a hospital in Oregon and Kauahi plays a veteran nurse Val.[16]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Bad Mother's Handbook | Korean Lunch Guest | TV movie |
| 2009 | Tales from the Catholic Church of Elvis! | Obstetric Nurse/Calculus Teacher | |
| 2010 | Birds of a Feather | Female Japanese Tourist | TV movie |
| 2011 | Birds of a Feather | Hitomi | |
| Hall Pass | Chief |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Mystery ER | Dr. Christine Todd | Episode: "Bittersweet/Ring of Fire" |
| Chuck | Angry Woman | Episode: "Chuck Versus the Sandworm" | |
| 2010 | Customer | Episode: "Chuck Versus the Living Dead" | |
| 2011 | Modern Family | Pedicurist | Episode: "Two Monkeys and a Panda" |
| Southland | Saleswoman | Episode: "Let It Snow" | |
| 2013 | Don't Trust the B---- in Apt 23 | Mrs. Nguyen | Episode: "The Leak" |
| Parks and Recreation | Khongordzol | 2 episodes | |
| 2014 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! | Kaliko/Security Guard | Episode: "Jennifer Love Hewitt/Clark Gregg/Clean Bandit" |
| The Big Bang Theory | Marta | Episode: "The Gorilla Dissolution" | |
| Legit | Jim's Masseuse | 1 episode | |
| 2015 | Brooklyn Nine-Nine | Brenda Hix | Episode: "Ava" |
| 2015–2021 | Superstore | Sandra Kaluiokalani | 97 episodes; Main cast seasons 5–6, recurring seasons 1–4 |
| 2016 | Angel from Hell | Jackie | Episode: "Go With Your Gut" |
| 2018–2019 | Raven's Home | Principal Kwan | 4 episodes |
| 2019 | Matt and Dan | Caitlyn | Episode: "Cookie Girl" |
| 2022 | Ghosts | Sherry | Episode: "The Liquor License" |
| 2023 | American Auto | Tammy | Episode: "Dealer Event" |
| iCarly | Danica | Episodes: "iGo to Toledo" and "iHave a Proposal" | |
| 2024 | St. Denis Medical | Val | Main role |
References
edit- ^ Kakade, Angeli (March 25, 2021). "Exclusive: 'Superstore' Star Kaliko Kauahi Talks Saying Farewell To Hit Show [Video]". The Knockturnal. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ "Hall Pass TV Guide". TV Guide. Retrieved February 21, 2020.
- ^ a b c Mark, Steven (October 25, 2020). "Big-box breakout: Kauai native Kaliko Kauahi shines in the NBC sitcom 'Superstore'". Honolulu Star-Advertiser.
- ^ a b "Kaliko Kauahi Talent Bio". NBC Universal Media Village. NBC. Retrieved February 21, 2020.
- ^ Snyder, Diane (September 26, 2019). "Will 'Superstore's Sandra & Jerry Tie the Knot in season 5? Kaliko Kauahi Fills Us In". TVInsider. Retrieved February 21, 2020.
- ^ Harjo, Noetta (July 8, 2019). "GGA Indigenerd Wire: Interview with SUPERSTORE'S Kaliko Kauahi". Geek Girl Authority. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ Webber, Stephanie (March 8, 2018). "Superstore's Kaliko Kauahi: Sandra, Carol 'Showdown' Must Happen: Read Her Q&A!". Us Weekly. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Petski, Denise (May 22, 2019). "'Superstore': Kaliko Kauahi Upped To Series Regular For Season 5 Of NBC Comedy Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 21, 2020.
- ^ Foertsch, Rachel (April 10, 2023). "Superstore's Kaliko Kauahi On Her Guest Role In American Auto". ScreenRant. Retrieved March 23, 2024.
- ^ Butler, Karen (April 12, 2023). "'Beyond adorable' bunnies lured Kaliko Kauahi into 'American Auto' guest spot". UPI. Retrieved March 23, 2024.
- ^ Elpers, Shelby (July 27, 2023). "iCarly Season 3 Episode 10 Review: iHave a Proposal". telltaletv.com. Retrieved March 23, 2024.
- ^ Bell, Amanda (May 13, 2024). "'St. Denis Medical' First Look: See Wendi McClendon-Covey, David Alan Grier & More". TV Insider. Retrieved August 5, 2024.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (June 15, 2024). "'St. Denis Medical' Gets Order For 5 Additional Episodes From NBC". Deadline. Retrieved August 5, 2024.
- ^ Szalai, Georg (March 21, 2024). "BBC Buys 'Suits'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 5, 2024.
- ^ Hailu, Selome (June 15, 2024). "NBC Mockumentary 'St. Denis Medical' Gets Season 1 Extended to 18 Episodes". Variety. Retrieved August 5, 2024.