demigod

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Before he was a TV host or culinary demigod, Anthony Bourdain was a writer: sharp-tongued, sensual, and totally unafraid to follow a story wherever it led.

From Salon • Jun. 25, 2025

Johnson, a 52-year-old ex-wrestler, voices the part of gregarious demigod Maui in the animation.

From BBC • Nov. 24, 2024

The show kicked off with Cravalho performing “We’re Back,” a song from the upcoming “Moana 2,” which reunites the film’s eponymous hero with the demigod Maui for a new adventure.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2024

"I’m deeply humbled and overcome with gratitude to bring the beautiful story of Moana to the live-action big screen," said Johnson, who voiced the role of the demigod Maui in the original film.

From Reuters • Apr. 3, 2023

“Circe was a wise and generous employer. I had room and board, a good health plan, dental, pet leopards, free potions—everything! And this demigod with his friend, the blonde—” “Annabeth.”

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan