Jason Momoa was born on January 1, 1979, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Growing up, he was raised by his mother, who was of German, Irish, and Native Hawaiian descent. His father, who is of Native Hawaiian and Native American ancestry, was a painter. Momoa spent much of his childhood in Iowa with his mother's family before returning to Hawaii.
Momoa began his entertainment career as a model and won the Hawaii Model of the Year Award in 1999. He then transitioned to acting, making his television debut on the long-running series "Baywatch" alongside David Hasselhoff. He gained popularity for his role as Ronon Dex on the sci-fi series "Stargate: Atlantis" from 2005 to 2009.
His big break came when he was cast as Khal Drogo in the critically acclaimed HBO series "Game of Thrones." His portrayal of the powerful Dothraki leader earned him widespread recognition and praise from audiences and critics alike.
Momoa's success on television led to opportunities in film. In 2011, he starred in the titular role in the remake of "Conan the Barbarian." He continued to land roles in action-packed films, such as "Bullet to the Head" and "Road to Paloma."
However, it was his casting as Aquaman in the DC Extended Universe that truly solidified his status as a leading man in Hollywood. He made his debut as the iconic superhero in "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" in 2016, followed by appearances in "Justice League" and his standalone film "Aquaman," which became a box office hit.
Off-screen, Momoa's personal life has also garnered attention. In 2007, he unofficially married actress Lisa Bonet, with whom he shares two children, a daughter named Lola and a son named Nakoa-Wolf. Bonet also has a daughter from a previous relationship, Zoe.
In 2017, Momoa and Bonet officially tied the knot. However, in January 2022, they announced their separation. Momoa later started a relationship with actress Eiza González, but the couple announced their separation in June 2022.
Jason Momoa's talent, charisma, and diverse roles have solidified his status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. From his early days as a model to his iconic portrayals on television and film, Momoa continues to captivate audiences with his performances and larger-than-life presence on screen.