Stephanie Tauevihi Explained
Stephanie Tauevihi |
Birth Name: | Stephanie Ann Tauevihi |
Known For: | Shortland Street |
Occupation: | Singer songwriter Television actress |
Stephanie Ann Tauevihi[1] is a New Zealand songwriter, singer and actress, known for her work as the fictional character, Donna Heka,[2] in the New Zealand television series Shortland Street. She also played a Real estate Agent in one episode of short-lived NZ program Rude Awakenings.[3] [4] She has provided songs and vocals for New Zealand band Strawpeople.[3] [4]
Career
Tauevihi began her career on radio station Mai FM, and entered television as a presenter for the youth television show Infocus. She has sung with and provided vocals for band Strawpeople,[2] for which work she received a 1995 nomination for 'Best Female Vocalist' at the New Zealand Music Awards.[3] [4]
Stephanie appeared on The Masked Singer NZ as a "Pavlova", a type of New Zealand dessert. Stephanie was eliminated in the semifinal.
Activism
As a health promoter for 'Waiora Healthcare PHO' in West Auckland, she is active in efforts to address addiction to drugs and alcohol in New Zealand, and supports the organization 'Be Free'.[5] When Cyclone Heta caused widespread damage in Niue in 2004, she used her high profile position to persuade companies to provide relief.[6] She also actively supports 'Youth Pride' in its efforts to get at-risk children off the streets of South Auckland.[7]
Filmography
- In-Focus (1992)
- Shortland Street (1997–2004) as Donna Heka
- Thinking About Sleep (1999) as Lucy
- Look Who's Famous Now (1999) as herself
- Happy Birthday 2 You (2000) as Donna Heka
- Rude Awakenings (1 episode, 2007)
- Russian Snark (2010) as Roseanna
- Rest for the Wicked (2011) as Renata
Recognition
Awards and nominations
- 1995, Nominated 'Best Female Vocalist' at New Zealand Music Awards[4]
- 2000, Won 'Best Supporting Actress' at the New Zealand Television Awards for her work in Shortland Street.[4]
- 2010, Won 'Best Supporting Actress in a Feature Film' at the Qantas Awards for her work in Russian Snark[8] [3]
Notes and References
- Web site: Manager charged with harassment of soap star . . 6 September 2002 . 20 September 2020.
- Web site: Stephanie Tauevihi – Happily ever after . . 27 May 2000 . 19 October 2011 . Louisa Cleave.
- Web site: Stephanie Tauevihi – escaping Donna Heka . NZ On Screen . 27 June 2011 . Andrew Whiteside . 19 October 2011.
- Web site: Stephanie Tauevihi . TVNZ Staff . . 19 October 2011.
- News: Star steps up to help . 11 December 2008. Chronicle. Stuff. 20 October 2011.
- News: Actor goes in to bat for Niue . . 14 January 2004 . 19 October 2011 . Claire Trevett.
- News: Stars' boost for kids . Sunday News. . 1 October 2010 . 19 October 2011 . Neil Reid.
- Web site: Keisha's new man . . 27 September 2010 . 19 October 2011 . Rachel Glucina.