Birthdate: May 4, 1946
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Kahului, Hawaii, United States
Died: March 17, 1978
Eddie Aikau, a celebrated Hawaiian lifeguard and surfer, was renowned for his courage and expertise in the water. He was the first lifeguard at Waimea Bay, where he rescued over 500 individuals. Aikau became famous for his prowess in riding large Hawaiian waves and achieved significant victories, including the 1977 Duke Kahanamoku Invitational Surfing Championship. His legacy endures through the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational, an esteemed surfing event held in his memory. Additionally, he played a crucial role as a committed crew member on the Polynesian voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa.
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