The actress behind Nani in the live-action Lilo & Stitch film discusses her character's updated (and necessary) story arc.

Two-time Grammy winner Tia Carrere ("General Hospital," "Wayne's World") voiced Lilo's older sister, Nani, in the 2002 film.

Yet, despite its initial success, it is somewhat controversial, given Lilo & Stitch 's divisive ending. While the animated classic saw Nani retaining custody over Lilo, the remake has Nani giving up ...

But Nani listens to Lilo’s words, saying that “Ohana means family,” and that nobody gets left behind or forgotten. In that moment, Nani gives in, showing that she does have a compassionate side.

Maia Kealoha, Tia Carrere and Sydney Elizebeth Agudong hit SDCC to celebrate "Lilo & Stitch's" billion-dollar box office milestone and thank fans for their support.

But nani is a dark skinned Hawaiian woman so give a dark skinned actress the chance too play her. regardless, this is still colorism/white washing. 01:42 AM - 14 Apr 2023.

In the original Lilo & Stitch, 18-year-old Nani is doing the best she can, working service jobs and trying to support Lilo however possible following the deaths of their parents. It’s heavily ...