Who is Daniel Faitaua?

You would have seen him reading the news on TVNZ's Breakfast, but that's all about to change. Samoan Daniel Faitaua is the new TVNZ Europe correspondent, and he's heading to London next month. Soana 'Aholelei caught up with him this week to talk about his new role and what it means for his family.

[@mareiyas]

Awesome TP. Good luck and God speed USO!

[@j.ckennedy2669]

This guy is so humble and down to earth. A lovely story.,, so inspiring.

[@Dee-hy7ce]

Dan u an insparational to all ta young poly kids out there doesnt meta if u in here or meds..you ta man well done bro smash in the uk..dont wory about falealupo u represent all of us

[@OGELUALUA]

lol @ "she came to be a nun" - that never happened. 😂🤦🏽‍♀️ Malo Daniel, all the best in london. malo finau ma le tauivi

[@rhemanorris9810]

Your mum is from Falealupo it's so amazing. Daniel may our good Lord blessed you and your family..all the way from Falealupo.

[@usolefeau7865]

All the best brother. Flying the flag for us islanders. Proud as uso.

[@jonyfreston256]

Malo lava uso, fa'afetai ile Atua...Ia fa'amanuia Oe I le Atua......Malie Uso🤙🏽🇼🇸

[@mafulutafasa3830]

So proud of this uso. All the very best and good luck for the journey.. Faatasi le Atua mo oe ma fuafuaga uma. ✊✊

[@teofiloauvaa8425]

All the best Daniel Faitaua from Falealupo 😂😂 ia saga fa'amanuia pea le Atua i lau susuga ma le galuega alofa atu mo oe and family GBless ❤️

[@janehenry4312]

Gonna miss watching you on the breakfast show Daniel Faitaua but all the best to you and your family. May God bless you and your family. In you journey

[@catholiceducationofficechr3538]

You were always destined for great things, Daniel; and with hard work and great courage and magnificent dignity you have ensured you reached the heights you were destined to reach. As Dr Seuss said: And will you succeed? Yes! You will indeed! (98 nd ¾ percent guaranteed.) Kid, you’ll move mountains! - Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Cheers, Mike Nolan

[@william_coduks]

Samoa people are very very driven & I respect that 🤙🏾

[@darkies09]

Kia ora bro. What will breakfast be without your brown face/personality travel safe and all the best kuzzy. Polynesians worldwide Tumeke.

[@tamaleeleele8479]

Malo uso, ia fia Falealili aku ai ma a'u pei o la lea upu. Faafetai le fa'aeaea.

[@tictaktotiki]

Wow. The Mana of the man.....You just know, to be so lucky to be in his presence would be so lucky. No doubt about it, the Pasifica's have added sooo much to Aotearoa. They are the sunshine to brighten a rainy day, to see the children of the parents who came here; for a better future for their family, excell and be at the top of their game as Daniel has done is really fantastic. High five Daniel, what a great role model you are, dont stay away too long, we need you back. Aroha nui.

[@daywalkernightwalker6671]

Awesome man good luck in London mate. Show them what new Zealanders are like. Kiaora my poly brother.

[@meref9973]

I'm going to miss your familiar brown face quick wit and your favourite line "Rules are rules" 😂😂. Wishing you and your family all the very best in all that you do 😘.

[@msjroache]

Awwe I cried when he cried. Faamanuia le Atua ilau galuega fou. Im sure every Samoan are all proud of you...especially your family.. Good luck and God bless...

[@mleolahi80]

All the best Daniel 💛

[@suesetu5735]

Malo uso le ogosa'i malo le faamalosi

[@faatoiaboy987]

All the best to you and your family over there, Daniel. Guess we'll still see you on TV now and then!

[@iceandcoconuts]

What a wonderful person you are. Congratulations and all the best on your new journey with your family

[@davidnl1579]

What a journey Daniel... well done

[@kimono5812]

Loved this!! All the best!! I remember when he first started doing breakfast show. The recent episode with Campbell standing next to him was my last time to watch him actually. Fellow Canterbrian supporting you. 💕

[@folotototimuiaialanuafesil7326]

Well done Daniel for all the successful career God bless

[@linofalaniko9025]

Falealupo this is best

[@mylifeandmystory]

Meet him yesterday he’s the kindest,funniest most genuine person ever

[@tatawilliam9465]

Yes he is brilliant, honest, authentic , breaking boundaries for Pacific people.

[@tictaktotiki]

It is as it should be.

[@Dee-hy7ce]

Well done bro..

[@arunapeeters4262]

Wow Daniel, what an example you are to your generation, your family and your extended family. You potray your faith in such a special way. I will miss you. Breakfast won't be the same without you. God bless. Take care. Love your humor.

[@vailima49aston99]

Damn its weird seeing a uso talk English with a white mans accent lol kinda cool 😎 shot bro fro the success represent that culture uso Samoa 🇼🇸 685 all day brother be strong 👊

[@ssff2544]

Setting an example! 🙏🏾🌺

[@linofalaniko9025]

Laga gae ke sau le guu valoia e le Atua

[@rhemanorris9810]

Lino Falaniko.AMEN to that.

[@mearip6116]

Ka kite Daniel

[@freshprinceofsamoa7767]

You should be proud and all the best

[@jowilson2532]

didn't like how he said alien weaponry music that uses te reo maori was weird too much hanging around racist new zealanders i think