Jason relates his diverse ethnic background to DC’s ocean superhero Aquaman — a half-breed mortal destined to rule the kingdom of Atlantis. MANILA, Philippines — Hawaiian-born actor Jason Momoa connects deeply with his character, the half-surface dweller, half-Atlantean Arthur Curry (Aquaman), being an islander himself and having grown up in a mixed-race family. Jason relates his diverse ethnic background to DC’s ocean superhero Aquaman — a half-breed mortal destined to rule the kingdom of Atlantis. That resonated with me instantly,” the Aquaman lead star told the media in a press conference in Manila last Tuesday. “My upbringing was 100 percent in two different worlds,” the 39-year-old actor added.

Source: Philippine Star December 15, 2018 16:01 UTC