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Hawaiian surfer and lifeguard
1978. Born in Kahului, Maui, Aikau was the third child of Solomon and Henrietta Aikau. The words Makua Hanai in Eddie Aikau's full name means feeding parent
Eddie_Aikau
Surfing tournament held on Oʻahu in Hawaii
The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational (colloquially, "The Eddie") is a big wave surfing tournament held at Waimea Bay on the north shore of Oahu, Hawaii
The_Eddie
American TV documentary
Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau is a 2013 sports documentary film directed by Sam George. It was co-produced by ESPN, Taublieb Films, and Peralta
Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau
Hawaiian:_The_Legend_of_Eddie_Aikau
American skateboarder, screenwriter, film director
30, entitled Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau. The film chronicles the life of famed big wave surfer Eddie Aikau, who died while attempting to rescue
Stacy_Peralta
American surfer and writer
of documentary films, including the 2013 film Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau, which won an Emmy for Best Sports Documentary Series, as part of ESPN's
Sam_George_(surfer)
American surfer (born 1979)
final. Later, on December 15, 2004, he won the Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau event with a perfect score of 100, in waves that exceeded 40 feet (12m)
Bruce_Irons_(surfer)
American lifeguard and surfer
Luke Shepardson is an American lifeguard and surfer. He won the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational in 2023. Shepardson is from the North Shore of Oahu
Luke_Shepardson
American surfer (born 1983)
California. He has won the Quiksilver Big Wave Invitational, in memory of Eddie Aikau at Waimea Bay, the Red Bull Titans of Mavericks event held at Mavericks
Greg_Long_(surfer)
Name list
name on its own. Notable people known as Eddie or Eddy include: Eddie Aikau (1946–1978), American surfer Eddie Alvarez (born 1984), American mixed martial
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American big-wave surfer and equal pay activist
Valenti was among the first group of female surfers invited to the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational at Waimea Bay. She competed in the 2024 event,
Bianca_Valenti
Surfing championship named in honor of Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku
Hawaiian to win the championship was Clyde Aikau, in 1973, followed in 1977 by his older brother, Eddie Aikau. Awards from 1965 to 1984: Kampion, Drew;
Duke Kahanamoku Invitational Surfing Championship
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John O'Mara Oldboy Joe Doucett Labor Day Frank Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau Narrator Documentary 2014 Sin City: A Dame to Kill For Dwight McCarthy
Josh_Brolin_filmography
American director, writer, and producer
The Untold Story of Freestyle MotoCross" and "Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau" (part of ESPN's 30 for 30 series). Taublieb found early success producing
Paul_Taublieb
American professional surfer (born 1992)
years. On February 25, 2016, Florence won "The Eddie" Quiksilver Big Wave Invitational in memory of Eddie Aikau, at Waimea Bay, the first time the event ran
John_John_Florence
Surfing waves at least 20 ft high
prestigious big wave contest is The Eddie, named after Oahu north shore Hawai'ian lifeguard and surfer Eddie Aikau. The competition window is between 1
Big_wave_surfing
American transportation company
in 1959-1960s between Oahu, Maui and Big Island—aboard which surfer Eddie Aikau moved with his family from Maui to Oahu. The second attempt was made
Hawaii_Superferry
Australian surfer (born 1966)
invitee to the Quiksilver Eddie Aikau Big Wave contest held at Waimea Bay and in minimum 20'-25' surf. In 2000/2001, he won the Eddie, becoming the first non-Hawaiian
Ross_Clarke-Jones
2017. "Eddie Aikau: Why We Say "Eddie Would Go" | Historic Mysteries". Historic Mysteries. 11 January 2010. Retrieved 6 July 2017. "Eddie Aikau". archive
List of people who disappeared mysteriously at sea
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1972 film by Greg MacGillivray
political and environmental problems. Its stars include David Nuuhiwa, Eddie Aikau, Gerry Lopez, and Sam Hawk. The film's backstory dates two years prior
Five_Summer_Stories
Polynesian double-hulled voyaging canoe
Eddie Aikau. Source: Navigator: Nainoa Thompson; Captain: Dave Lyman; First Mate: Leon Paoa Sterling*; "Snake" Ah Hee, Edward Ryon Makua Hanai "Eddie"
Hōkūleʻa
Culture associated with the sport of surfing
ISBN 9780714681788. Holmes Coleman, S. (February 7, 2004). Eddie Would Go: The Story of Eddie Aikau, Hawaiian Hero and Pioneer of Big Wave Surfing. Macmillan
Surf_culture
Hawaiian big-wave surfer and equal pay activist
carving a new path for women in big-wave surfing". ESPN. "Eddie Aikau Invitees". Eddie Aikau Foundation. Retrieved 2026-03-06. "Paige Alms - Surf Equity"
Paige_Alms
9 Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau Sam George October 1, 2013 (2013-10-01) 0.791 A chronicling of the life of Eddie Aikau, a big wave surfer and lifeguard
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Surfing pioneer
for his senior year of high school. From 1975 to 1996 he worked with Eddie Aikau, Mark Cunningham, Terry Ahue and Brian Keaulana. He learned from other
Darrick_Doerner
(b. 1939) March 13 – John Cazale, American actor (b. 1935) March 17 Eddie Aikau, American lifeguard and surfer (b. 1946) Giacomo Violardo, Italian Roman
Deaths_in_1978
Australian surfer (born 1954)
death threats. The tension was eased by native Hawaiian and local hero Eddie Aikau who called the Australians to a public meeting with locals to make peace
Wayne_Bartholomew
American surfer (born 1972)
Festival (Santa Catarina, Brazil) – WT 2002 Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau (Specialty-Hawaii) 2000 Gotcha Pro Tahiti (Teahupoo, Tahiti) – WT 1999
Kelly_Slater
Coast of Oʻahu
Waimea Bay hosts the Quiksilver Big Wave Invitational in Memory of Eddie Aikau. This is an exclusive competition that participants must be invited to
North_Shore_(Oʻahu)
Professional surfer
and 1985); and a four-time competitor in the Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau big-wave event at Waimea (finishing fourth in 1990). In one of pro surfing's
Michael_Ho_(surfer)
American professional longboard surfrider
the United Kingdom. "The Quiksilver Big Wave Invitational In Memory of Eddie Aikau 2008 - Profiles - Rusty Keaulana". quiksilver.com. Archived from the
Rusty_Keaulana
Shallow seamount in the North Pacific Ocean southwest of Los Angeles
giant waves. During a monster swell in 1990 that has been dubbed "The Eddie Aikau Swell," they were astonished when they found empty waves breaking atop
Cortes_Bank
Inouye Kurt Braunohler on Eddie Aikau Cast: Steven Yeun as Daniel Inouye James Hong as Hyotaro Inouye Jason Mantzoukas as Eddie Aikau Eugene Cordero as Kalaniʻōpuʻu
List of Drunk History episodes
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Singapore-born Hawaiian professional surfer
chronicled in Stealing the Wave by Andy Martin (Bloomsbury Publishing). Eddie Aikau North Shore (movie appearance as a surfer) Martin, Andy (January 12,
Mark_Foo
French professional surfer
2023, she was one of the first women to be invited to compete in The Eddie Aikau Invitational competition in Hawaii. In 2025, she won the Nazaré Big Wave
Justine_Dupont
Beach on the North Shore of Oahu in Hawaii
Championship until 1985. The Quiksilver Big Wave Invitational in honor of Eddie Aikau started at Sunset Beach in 1984. Today Sunset Beach is home to the prestigious
Sunset_Beach_(Oahu)
(Haw) Smirnoff World Pro/Am winner in 1974 Megan Abubo (1978– ) (Haw) Eddie Aikau (1946–1978) (Haw) Award-winning surfer and lifeguard Lisa Andersen (1969–
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Hawaiian religious leader
the year 1848". Thousands of Hawaiians, including pioneering lifeguard Eddie Aikau, are descendants of Hewahewa. In 2019, several acres of Hewahewa's lands
Hewahewa
New Zealand retail company
invitational and grassroots surf events, including association with the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational at Waimea Bay in Hawaii, the Rip Curl Cup Padang
KMD_Brands
Bay on Oahu in Hawaii, United States
big wave surfing. The Quiksilver Big Wave Invitational in Memory of Eddie Aikau takes place in Waimea Bay to honor the legendary surfer and the first
Waimea_Bay
Month of 1978
Angeles Times. p. I-1. Coleman, Stuart Holmes (2004). Eddie Would Go: The Story of Eddie Aikau, Hawaiian Hero and Pioneer of Big Wave Surfing. New York:
March_1978
American football player and coach (born 1953)
appeared. These referenced legendary Hawaiian lifeguard Eddie Aikau, of whom it is said, "Eddie would go" (into big surf). Joe Moore of KHON-TV in Honolulu
June_Jones
Methods to navigate the Pacific Ocean
voyaging techniques. In 1978, the Hōkūleʻa was capsized en route to Tahiti. Eddie Aikau, a world champion surfer, and part of the crew, attempted to paddle his
Polynesian_navigation
Hawaiian surfer (1890–1968)
February 7, 2009. Retrieved November 21, 2008. "Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau" (video). ESPN. October 1, 2013. Retrieved July 17, 2026. Duke Kahanamoku:
Duke_Kahanamoku
American surfer (born 1970)
standout performance at the 'Quiksilver in memory of Eddie Aikau' big wave contest ("The Eddie"), in which he finished third. As of June 2010, he was
Sunny_Garcia
Brand of surf-inspired apparel and accessories
Pro Gold Coast, Quiksilver Pro France and the Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau. The 2011 Quiksilver Pro New York was the first world-title tour event
Quiksilver
American surfer (born 1972)
paddled into at that time. 2001 – 2nd place - Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau big-wave contest (Waimea Bay, Oahu) 2000 – 4th ranked overall on World
Shane_Dorian
American surfboard designer and craftsman
at the 2008 Mavericks surf contest and 2009 Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau big-wave contest, and multiple XXL awards. Ian Walsh took home the 2018
Chris Christenson (surfboard shaper)
Chris_Christenson_(surfboard_shaper)
American classical music composer (born 1987)
Foumai's Raise Hawaiki, inspired by story of the Polynesian voyaging greats Eddie Aikau, Nainoa Thompson, Mau Piailug, Sam Kaʻai and Sam Low in the Hōkūleʻa
Michael_Foumai_(composer)
Navigational society in Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
1978 was aborted when the Hokuleʻa capsized near Lānaʻi and crew member Eddie Aikau was lost at sea, Piailug trained Nainoa Thompson in the ancient navigation
Polynesian_Voyaging_Society
Hawaiian: Legend of Eddie Aikau 2013 Documentary Made for TV as part of ESPN's 30 for 30 series. Biographical film on big-wave surfer Eddie Aikau, whose death
List_of_sports_films
Brewery in Hawaii
enrich residents' quality of life. Previous recipients included the Eddie Aikau Foundation, Waipā Foundation and Surfrider Hawai‘i chapters.[citation
Kona_Brewing_Company
Ongoing – Red Hill water crisis January 22 – The tenth edition of The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational surfing competition is held at Waimea Bay, and
2023_in_Hawaii
American LGBTQ digital dramedy
that he has plans to marry Mandy. Episode notes: Dedicated in memory of Eddie Aikau. Cast notes: First recurring appearances of Dickie Hearts (Chance), Nicko
Pretty_Dudes
footballer Rumyana Stefanova, 32, Bulgarian gymnast and gymnastics coach Eddie Aikau, 31, American surfer and lifeguard, drowned. Willie Campbell, 60, Irish
Deaths_in_March_1978
Calendar year
Beth Carvalho, Brazilian samba singer, guitarist and composer (d. 2019) Eddie Aikau, Hawaiian lifeguard and surfer (d. 1978) May 6 Daouda Malam Wanké, 6th
1946
American podcast
hospital February 18, 2019 (2019-02-18) 160 "Cynthia & Barry" Story of Eddie Aikau Sleepwalking murderer February 14, 2019 (2019-02-14) Minisode "MFM Minisode
List of My Favorite Murder episodes
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List of notable Native Hawaiians
(born 1971), baseball player Maui Ahuna (born 2002), baseball player Eddie Aikau (born 1946), surfer Ikaika Alama-Francis (born 1984), football player
List_of_Native_Hawaiians
South African surfer
Magazine "Stab's picks for the 2016 World Title!" 2016 Stab Magazine "The Eddie Aikau: Quiksilver Big Wave Invitational" 2016 Stab Magazine "These Are The
Damien_Fahrenfort
1969, at Makaha, estimated to be 9.14 meters (30.0 feet) high. Hawaiian Eddie Aikau transformed the boundaries of big wave surfing in the 1970s, winning
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ethnobotanist Brian Adams (1963–2007), professional wrestler; born in Kona Eddie Aikau, professional surfer Benny Agbayani, professional baseball player, born
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Oʻahu, killing 12 U.S. Marines. February 25 – The ninth edition of The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational surfing tournament is held at Waimea Bay, and is
2016_in_Hawaii
Hawaiian sailor
participate capsized after six hours and led to the death of surfer Eddie Aikau. In later life, he taught the Hawaiian language, wrote vocabulary books
Kawika_Kapahulehua
Hawaiian big wave surfer
2022-07-07. Retrieved 2025-03-11. Davis, Ethan (2024-11-03). "Rip Curl Eddie Aikau Confirms List Of Invitees + Alternates". Stab Magazine. Retrieved 2025-03-11
Annie_Reickert
American clergyman
(subscription required) . p. 27. Retrieved April 15, 2018. "The Honolulu 100 – Eddie Aikau to Winona Beamer". Honolulu Magazine. November 2005. "Joint Resolution
Abraham_Akaka
Annual surfing competition
Simon Anderson Max Bowman 2000 Mark Occhilupo Nancy Katin Bud Llamas Eddie Aikau and Gerry Lopez MacGillivray Freeman Mike Abdelmuti and George Farquhar
US_Open_of_Surfing
American mixed martial arts fighter
2020-02-17. Currie, J.P. (2016-03-22). "John John Florence Didn't Win The Eddie; Clyde Aikau Did". The Inertia. Retrieved 2020-02-17. Chiapetta, Mike (2008-03-19)
Skip_Hall_(martial_artist)
the two crew members onboard. December 22 – The 11th edition of The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational surfing competition is held at Waimea Bay, and
2024_in_Hawaii
accidentally shooting himself "Don't worry, I can do it. I can get to land." — Eddie Aikau, American lifeguard and surfer (17 March 1978), leaving voyaging canoe
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