Stephanie Ann Tauevihi[1] is a New Zealand songwriter, singer and actress, known for her work as the fictional character, Donna Heka,[2] in the New Zealand television series Shortland Street.[3] She also played a Real estate Agent in one episode of short-lived NZ program Rude Awakenings.[4][5] She has provided songs and vocals for New Zealand band Strawpeople.[4][5]
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![]() Tauevihi in Russian Snark, 2010 | |
Born | Stephanie Ann Tauevihi |
Occupation | Singer songwriter Television actress |
Known for | Shortland Street |
Tauevihi began her career on radio station Mai FM, and entered television as a presenter for the youth television show Infocus. She has sung with and provided vocals for band Strawpeople,[2] for which work she received a 1995 nomination for 'Best Female Vocalist' at the New Zealand Music Awards.[4][5]
Stephanie appeared on The Masked Singer NZ as a "Pavlova", a type of New Zealand dessert. Stephanie was eliminated in the semifinal.
As a health promoter for 'Waiora Healthcare PHO' in West Auckland, she is active in efforts to address addiction to drugs and alcohol in New Zealand, and supports the organization 'Be Free'.[6] When Cyclone Heta caused widespread damage in Niue in 2004, she used her high profile position to persuade companies to provide relief.[7] She also actively supports 'Youth Pride' in its efforts to get at-risk children off the streets of South Auckland.[8]
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