Meet Simea, Moana’s Fiery Little Sister: A Character Inspired by Real-Life Family Dynamics
In the highly anticipated sequel, Moana 2, the titular heroine is not only a wayfinder but also a big sister. The film introduces Simea, a rambunctious three-and-a-half-year-old voiced by Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda, who idolizes her older sibling. Simea’s character was inspired by the co-director David Derrick Jr.’s own family experiences and the age gap between his …