Tautuiaki Taula Koloamatangi is a professional grappler from Amrrica, was born in Kissimmee, Florida. He is trained by and currently wrestling for the Japanese promotion New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) as a member of The Guerrillas of Destiny faction, under the ring name of Hikuleo. His ring persona, Hikuleo, draws from Tongan mythology, signifying "the goddess of the world" (Havea Hikuleʻo).
Hikuleo, trained by Bully Ray and Devon, made his debut in NJPW as Leo Tonga in 2016 before joining Bullet Club. After recovering from an injury in 2019, he competed in NJPW and Revolution Pro Wrestling. In 2022, he turned on Jay White, aligning himself with Guerillas of Destiny and capturing the Strong Openweight Championship. The following year, he won the IWGP Tag Team Championship but later lost it to Bullet Club.
In summer 2021, Hikuleo debuted in Impact Wrestling, later joining the roster alongside Chris Bey and El Phantasmo to form a U.S. branch of Bullet Club. They defeated FinJuice at Victory Road but failed to win the Impact World Tag Team Championship at Bound for Glory in a three-way match. Hikuleo returned in November at Emergence, losing with Bullet Club in a 12-man tag-team match against Honor No More.
Hikuleo's Ethnicity
Hikuleo's ethnicity is of Tongan descent, while his half-brother Tama Tonga and his adopted brother Tanga Loa also share the same ethnicity.In Tongan culture, names carry profound significance, serving as a bridge between individuals, their family heritage, and cultural identity. Further, He is the nephew and adopted son of the renowned wrestler Haku originally recognized as Tonga ʻUliʻuli Fifita and his beloved wife, Dorothy Koloamatangi.
Haku is originally from Nukuʻalofa, Kingdom of Tonga, and had a strong connection to his Tongan heritage. He has showcased his wrestling prowess across various prestigious promotions including NJPW, WWF, CMLL, AWA, NWA, and WCW. Despite his Tongan ethnicity, promotional strategies often categorized him as "Samoan" or "Pacific Islander" to align with storyline narratives.
Hikuleo's Nationality
Hikuleo is American by nationality, having been born in Kissimmee, Florida on February 7, 1991. Although his paternal ties and ethnicity trace back to Tonga, he was born and billed in America and pursued his wrestling career in Japan.
Hikuleo's Birthplace and Hometown
Hikuleo was born and brought up in Kissimmee, Florida, United States, where he attended Osceola High School. He undertook studies in sports management at Florida's Webber International University while concurrently excelling as a centre for the Webber International Warriors basketball team, garnering accolades as the Most Valuable Player for the 2009-2010 season in the junior varsity men's basketball category.
FAQ's On Hikuleo Ethnicity
A. Taula Fifita, also known as Hikuleo, transitioned to New Japan Pro Wrestling in 2016 after training at Team 3D wrestling academy.
A. Hikuleo is 33 years old as of 2024.
A. Hikuleo’s adopted brother , Tanga Loa is the newest member of The Bloodline.
A. Haku is considered uncle by The Rock, but they are not blood related.
A. Tama Tonga is not blood-related to The Bloodline, but his father Haku had a close relationship with the Samoan family members.
