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15 things you probably didn't know about Jason Momoa
15 things you probably didn't know about Jason Momoa
Max KalnitzDec 29, 2020, 22:04 IST
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Jason Momoa is known for his roles as Aquaman and Khal Drogo, but there's to the actor than just his gripping performances.
Momoa is an avid rock climber, a guitar enthusiast, and an active YouTuber.
According to Momoa, he got his start in acting on the show "Baywatch: Hawaii" after lying that he'd worked as a model for Gucci and Louis Vuitton.
Jason Momoa is known by most people as the Dothraki chieftain Khal Drogo from "Game of Thrones" and the superhero "Aquaman."
But did you know, long before he grew out his luscious long hair and beard, he got his start as a lifeguard on "Baywatch: Hawaii"? And did you know, when he's not on set, Momoa can frequently be found at the climbing gym, jamming with famous musicians, and vlogging his world travels?
Simply because we love him so much, we decided to round up 15 interesting facts you might not know about Jason Momoa.
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Jason Momoa was born in Hawaii but raised in Iowa.
Jason Momoa.
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Momoa said he pretended he'd worked as a model to score his first acting gig.
Momoa in 2000.
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Momoa was on "Baywatch: Hawaii" between 1999 and 2001 ... though he doesn't like to talk about it.
Jason Momoa and "Baywatch: Hawaii" cast member Brande Roderick in 2000.
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Jason Momoa is taller than you'd think.
Jason Momoa in 2020.
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Before he decided on his signature long hair, Jason Momoa had dreadlocks while on "Stargate: Atlantis."
Jason Momoa in 2007.
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That slit on his eyebrow isn't a stylistic choice.
Jason Momoa in 2018.
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Momoa auditioned for the part of Khal Drogo in a unique way.
Jason Momoa performing the haka in 2018.
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He's an avid rock climber and has his own line of climbing products.
Jason Momoa climbing at an event in 2016.
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He also owns a canned water business.
Jason Mamoa in 2018.
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Momoa loves Guinness so much he has his own brand of beer.
A selfie of Jason Momoa and his Guinness beer.
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There's a very cool meaning behind the tattoo on Momoa's left arm.
Jason Momoa's tattoo.
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Momoa gives fans a glimpse into his life through his YouTube channel.
Jason Momoa.
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Momoa played Ozzy Osbourne in the music video for the Prince of Darkness' 2020 song "Scary Little Green Men."
Momoa in the music video.
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In addition to Jason Momoa's many other skills, he's also an instrumentalist.
Jason Momoa.
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Jason Momoa is surprisingly good friends with Lenny Kravitz, the ex-husband of his wife, Lisa Bonet.
Jason Momoa, Lisa Bonet, Lenny Kravitz, and Zoe Kravitz.
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