Laughing Samoans

The Wellington act, performed by Eteuati Ete and Tofiga Fepulea'i, are a popular live comedy act.

The pair, who started performing in 2003 and have a show on Maori Television, regularly tour in New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific islands with sell out shows.

Last month Fepulea'i was declared bankrupt in the High Court in Wellington.

The proceeding was brought to court by the Inland Revenue (IRD) but it was not revealed how much debt the 42-year-old owed.

The Laughing Samoans Facebook page said Tofiga of course had to rib him about the Wallabies loss referring to the 42-8 thrashing received at the hands of the All Blacks.

Christian was reportedly touched by All Blacks coach Steve Hansen wishing him well before the test on Saturday night.

Whangarei's Hihiaua Peninsula will play host to the annual festival on February 27 that brings together Pacific people to celebrate and share their food, arts, crafts, dance and music. About 3000 people turned up at last year's festival and organisers are confident numbers will rise this year, especially with the addition of the Laughing Samoans who will pay a special visit.

Tofiga Fepulea‘i and Etuati Ete have scheduled two performances to raise funds for the Tae Kami Foundation, Walk on Walk Strong (WOWS).

The organisation is a support group for children with cancer and other life threatening conditions.

The Laughing Samoans will perform to the theme “Fink About it” tonight and tomorrow night at the Queen Salote Hall.

A popular Fijian entertainment group, Rako will also perform at the shows.

The Laughing Samoans will visit the Children’s Ward at Vaiola Hospital tomorrow to meet children and help promote Tae Kami Foundation.