Nationally, he was featured on Raven and has had roles on North Shore and Baywatch among others. 1980 was the year Hawaii made Andy a Superstar. FULL NAME: Augusto Tulba About - Andy Bumatai Opened for: (1990 - 1995) Tom Jones - Kenny Loggins - Natalie Cole - Lionel Richie - Paul Anka - Kool & The Gang - Charlie Daniels Comedy Clubs - Headliner - 1990 - 1995 Punchline - San Francisco, CA Comedy & Magic Club - Hermosa Beach, CA Rooster T. Feathers - Sunnyvale, CA The Ice House - Pasadena, CA - His solo performances at the club Kojacks earned him a growing buzz, leading to a three minute performance on local TV. he is one of famous Actor with the age 67 years old group. He dropped out of high school in the 11th grade and started working odd jobs, from a dishwasher to a surfboard polisher. The re-run of the special became the highest rated locally produced show in Hawaii's TV history. A naturally funny and versatile performer, Andy's relaxed style, quick wit, stage presence and charm has made him Hawaii's Don Ho of comedy and the hottest star of the decade. He is known to get a laugh even when he goes surfing. We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous Actor He turned around, went into the Noodle Shop and introduced himself to Millie Fujinaga who laughed and promptly hired him for three nights a week at $30 a night. His first won a Hoku award for "Most Promising Artist" and he went on to win three more for "Best Comedy Performance.". View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro. MOVED TO HAWAII: 1966, Augie T Andy Bumatai is performing on Wednesday, March 1 at 7 p.m. State champion Moanalua wrestlers celebrate on Sunrise Updated: 14 hours ago | The Moanalua girls' wrestling team dominated the state. "Buy a homeless person a hamburger or help a kid tie a shoe, or let someone have that parking space you both got to at the same time," Bumatai said,in thevideo. GREW UP: Mainland United STates google_ad_client = "ca-pub-9523270893753762"; Supporting himself by selling used cars, leis at the airport and coconuts to tourists (and an occasional appearance as "Captain Wacky Pop" at kiddie parties), he knocked on the door of any bar or nightclub that even had a small stage he could beg his way onto for an audition. Plus, Yosemite National Park has closed indefinitely after massive snowfall of up to 15 feet! Photo Gallery, Hawaii Islands Hawaiian Pidgin English is a language recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau. This guy is a legend. And 11 minutes of exercise may make a huge impact. 2500 Castle Dr Bumatai was born on December 20, 1952. It was during this four-year period that he noticed the total absence of stand-up comics on the entertainment scene. PLACE OF BIRTH: Pearl City, Oahu Island, Hawaii, Rap Replinger /* California for Visitors Link Ad */ - HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Popular Hawaii comedian Andy Bumatai released a YouTube video Saturday night to announce he's been diagnosed with cancer. Bumatai began his career by searching for venues to perform at. State lawmakers are considering a bill that would increase the annual tax credit to attract more movie and television productions to film in Hawaii, while the local film industry continues to work on increasing acting opportunities for Native Hawaiians. He eventually became a successful salesman by his early 20s. He's a consummate professional.". Manhattan, NY, T:+216 (0)40 3629 4753 Stay. His first appearance on any stage was at Mama Mia's Pizzeria where they "hooked" him off the stage but paid him off in beer. Maui //--> Andy Bumatai Andrew Jackson Bumatai (born December 24, 1953) is an American actor, stand-up comedian, television host and producer from Hawaii. Andy decided to become a stand up comedian in 1977 at the age of .