Asuelu Pulaa Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Net Worth, 90 Day Fiancé, Kalani, Instagram, Army

Asuelu Pulaa, a charismatic Samoan reality TV star and dancer, captured audiences with his vibrant energy on TLC’s 90 Day Fiancé and its spin-offs, including 90 Day: The Last Resort.

Known for his traditional Samoan dance performances and tumultuous marriage to Kalani Faagata, he has navigated personal and professional challenges, including infidelity scandals and immigration concerns.

Profile

• Full Name: Asuelu Pulaa
• Stage Name: Asuelu Pulaa
• Born: May 15, 1995
• Age: 30 years old
• Birthplace: Utulaelae, Samoa
• Nationality: Samoan
• Occupation: Reality TV Star, U.S. Army Soldier, Dancer, Rideshare Driver
• Height: 5 feet 7 inches
• Parents: Pula’a Pulaa (father), Moloasi Pulaa (mother)
• Siblings: Tammy Pulaa
• Spouse: Kalani Faagata (M. 2018-2023)
• Children: Oliver Pulaa, Kennedy Pulaa
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $1 million USD

Early Life and Education

Asuelu Pulaa was born on May 15, 1995, in Utulaelae, Samoa.

Raised by his parents, Pula’a and Moloasi Pulaa, alongside his sister Tammy and three other siblings, Asuelu grew up immersed in Samoan culture, which influenced his love for traditional dance.

He attended the National University of Samoa, though details about his academic focus or completion are limited.

His early years were spent in a close-knit community, working as an activities director at a resort, where he met Kalani Faagata.

Asuelu’s vibrant personality and cultural pride, evident in his tribal tattoos, shaped his journey to the U.S.

Career

Asuelu Pulaa debuted on 90 Day Fiancé Season 6 (2018), documenting his move to the U.S. on a K-1 visa to marry Kalani Faagata, whom he met while working as an activities director at a Samoan resort.

Their story continued on 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? (Seasons 5–6), Pillow Talk, Self-Quarantined (2020), 90 Day Diaries (2021), and 90 Day: The Last Resort (2023).

Initially working part-time at a Utah grocery store handing out frozen yogurt samples, Asuelu transitioned to a full-time rideshare driver by 2021, earning up to $48,750 annually.

He also performed traditional Samoan dances for an entertainment company starting in 2020 and joined an “Islands in the City” tour in 2025, performing in Utah (February 28) and Las Vegas (March 1).

In a significant career shift, Asuelu enlisted in the U.S. Army in 2025, graduating from training, as confirmed by Kalani’s Instagram post.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @asuelupulaa
• Facebook Handle: Asuelu Pulaa
• YouTube Channel: Kalani & Asuelu
• TikTok Handle: @asuelupulaa

Personal Life

Asuelu Pulaa, 30, met Kalani Faagata in July 2016 while she was vacationing at a Samoan resort where he worked.

Their romance led to Kalani’s pregnancy with their son Oliver (born January 2018), prompting Asuelu’s move to the U.S. on a K-1 visa.

They married in December 2018 and welcomed their second son, Kennedy, in May 2019. Kalani used a “hall pass” to date Dallas Nuez, leading to their separation in 2023. Kalani welcomed a daughter with Dallas in June 2024.

Asuelu and Kalani maintain a civil co-parenting relationship, with Asuelu taking their sons to zoos and adventure parks, as seen in a September 2024 San Diego Zoo post.

Filmography

• 90 Day Fiancé (2018) – Reality TV Star (Season 6)
• 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? (2020–2021) – Reality TV Star (Seasons 5–6)
• 90 Day Fiancé: Pillow Talk (2019–2022) – Reality TV Star
• 90 Day Fiancé: Self-Quarantined (2020) – Reality TV Star
• 90 Day Diaries (2021) – Reality TV Star
• 90 Day: The Last Resort (2023) – Reality TV Star (Season 1)

Net Worth

Asuelu Pulaa has an estimated net worth of $500,000 to $1 million USD.

His income includes TLC earnings ($1,000–$1,500 per episode for 90 Day Fiancé, higher for Happily Ever After?), rideshare driving, Samoan dance performances, and Cameo videos.