Haku (wrestler) Biography: Parents, Siblings, Age, Net Worth, Height, Ethnicity, Wife, Children

Tonga ʻUliʻuli Fifita is a distinguished Tongan professional wrestler who is widely recognized by his ring names Haku, King Tonga, and Meng.

He began his career in 1978 and gained prominence through his impactful appearances in the WWF (now WWE) and WCW.

Throughout his illustrious career, Haku became a former WWF World Tag Team Champion and participated in numerous high-profile pay-per-view events, solidifying his legacy in the wrestling world.

Profile

• Full Name: Tonga ʻUliʻuli Fifita
• Stage Name: Haku, King Tonga, and Meng
• Born: February 10 February 10, 1959
• Age: 66 years old
• Birthplace: Nuku’alofa, Tonga
• Nationality: Tongan
• Occupation: Tongan professional wrestler.
• Height: 1.85 m
• Parents: Atiola Vikilani Fifita, Kelepi Fifita
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Dorothy Koloamatangi
• Children: Alipate Fifita, Tanga Loa, Hikuleo, Vika Fifita
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: Unknown

Early Life And Education

Tonga ʻUliʻuli Fifita, widely recognized as Haku, was born on February 10 February 10, 1959, in Nukuʻalofa, Kingdom of Tonga, to parents Atiola Vikilani Fifita and Kelepi Fifita. While there is limited information about any potential siblings, details regarding his educational background remain undocumented.

Fifita’s early life was marked by training in sumo wrestling before he transitioned to professional wrestling at age 10. He is of Tongan ethnicity, though his religious beliefs have not been disclosed publicly.

Career

Tonga Fifita’s wrestling career began in 1978 when he transitioned from sumo wrestling under the guidance of Genichiro Tenryu and Takashi Ishikawa.

He first gained recognition in Japan with All Japan Pro Wrestling before moving to Canada, where he wrestled under the name King Tonga in Montreal’s Lutte Internationale promotion. Fifita also made a name for himself in Puerto Rico’s World Wrestling Council (WWC), winning several championships.

In 1985, he joined the WWF (now WWE) as King Tonga and quickly became a fan favorite, especially after his iconic body slam of Big John Studd during the “Body Slam Challenge.” His persona evolved in 1987 when he turned heel and adopted the name Haku, forming the tag team “The Islanders” with Tama (Tonga Kid).

Haku’s reign in WWE continued with notable achievements, including being crowned “King of the WWF” in 1988 and teaming up with André the Giant as part of The Colossal Connection. Together, they captured the WWF Tag Team Championship. After leaving WWF in 1992, Fifita transitioned to WCW, where he competed under Meng.

In WCW, Meng became known for his dominant presence and mastery of the Tongan Death Grip. He claimed the WCW Hardcore Championship and engaged in memorable rivalries. However, WCW’s financial struggles led to his departure in 2000.

Fifita briefly returned to WWF in 2001, surprising fans with a Royal Rumble appearance and forming a short-lived tag team with Rikishi. He spent his final months with WWF’s developmental territory before his release in 2002.

From 2003 to 2016, Fifita continued wrestling on the independent circuit, capturing titles like the WLW Heavyweight Championship and WXW Hardcore Championship.

He also participated in Chikara’s King of Trios tournament in 2012. 2016 Fifita returned to New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), joining his son Tama Tonga’s Bullet Club and helping establish the Bullet Club Firing Squad faction. Though largely retired, Haku remains active in the wrestling world through appearances and mentoring roles.

Social Media

Tonga Fifita does not have any active social media accounts.  

Personal Life

Haku has been married to Dorothy Koloamatangi since June 16 June 16, 1977. They have two biological children, Vika Heilala and Tevita Tu’amoeloa. In addition, they adopted two sons, Alipate Aloisio Leone, known in wrestling as Tama Tonga, and Taula Koloamatangi, who competes under the name Hikuleo.

All three of their sons have pursued careers in professional wrestling, with Tama Tonga and Hikuleo competing in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) and Tanga Loa (Tevita Tu’amoeloa) performing in WWE.

Net Worth

Haku’s net worth is not publicly disclosed. Still, his primary source of income has been his extensive career in professional wrestling, which spans over four decades with notable appearances in WWF (now WWE), WCW, and NJPW.

In addition to wrestling, Haku has been involved in other ventures, including serving as a Detail Manager for David Maus Toyota in Central Florida and participating in various commercial projects.