Al Harrington was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Forrest Gump, Hawaii Five-0, and DreamKeeper. He was born on December 12, 1935, in Pago Pago, Western Samoa, and became a prominent figure in television and film.
Personal and Family Life
Al Harrington was married to Rosa, and they had four children together: Alema, Tauasa Paul, Summer, and Cassandria. During his youth, he initially used the name Alvin Ta’a before adopting Harrington in high school. He stayed married until his passing in 2021.
Death and Legacy
Al Harrington passed away on September 21, 2021, in Honolulu, Hawaii, due to a stroke. He was the last surviving male cast member from the original Hawaii Five-O series. His contribution to the entertainment industry remains significant, and he is remembered fondly by his fans and peers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf | 1994-04-15 | Moses Joseph |
| The Long Road Home | 1999-04-01 | Andy Lamebull |
| Escape from Atlantis | 1997-03-29 | Argus, Temple of Morpheus-Prisoner |
| The Fall of Night | 2007-08-25 | Jesse the Indian |
| Forrest Gump | 1994-06-23 | Local Anchor #1 |
| Conquest of Hawaii | 2003-10-12 | Narrator |
| You May Not Kiss the Bride | 2011-04-03 | Resort Bar Tender |
| The Testaments | 2000-03-24 | Amaron |
| Nate and the Colonel | 2003-04-09 | Standing Elk |
| Into the Paradise | 1995-06-29 | Jimmy Whitehorse |
| The Hawaiians | 1970-06-17 | Military Officer (uncredited) |
| Dreamkeeper | 2003-12-28 | Buffalo Bull |
| Satin | 2011-03-01 | Chief One Horn |
| Hawaii Five-O | 1968-09-20 | Ben |
| Charlie’s Angels | 1976-09-22 | Ned |
| Scrubs | 2001-10-02 | Older Patient |
| Magnum, P.I. | 1980-12-11 | Mano |
| Family Law | 1999-09-20 | N/A |
| Hawaii Five-0 | 2010-09-20 | Mamo Kahike |
| The Jeffersons | 1975-01-18 | Leon Kanekuulo |
| Doogie Kamealoha, M.D. | 2021-09-08 | Uncle John |
| Jake and the Fatman | 1987-09-26 | Haku Hoana |
| Jake and the Fatman | 1987-09-26 | Puka Pete |