Lola Iolani Momoa, Jason Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf Momoa attend the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s ‘Slumberland’ at AMC Century City 15 on Nov. 9, 2022, in Century City, Calif.Photo:Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
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Jason Momoais the father oftwo adorable kids: daughter Lola Iolani and son Nakoa-Wolf.TheAquamanstar welcomed his two children with ex-wifeLisa Bonet— who is also the mother ofThe BatmanactressZoë Kravitz— in July 2007 and December 2008, respectively. Althoughthe couple parted waysin 2022 after nearly five years of marriage and formallyfiled to dissolve their unionin January 2024, Momoa still considers Bonet and Kravitz his family.As Lola and Nakoa-Wolf grow older, their famous father has had to learn to embrace his role as a not-so-hip dad. “I spent a lot of time with themwhen they were younger, which is super important. Then they traveled with me quite a bit. But now, going into high school, they’ve got their friends and stuff,” Momoa told PEOPLE in March 2024.“They still like me, which is good," he joked. “I’m probably losing cool factor daily.”To honor their special bond, here’s a look at Jason Momoa’s sweetest moments with his children, Lola and Nakoa-Wolf.
Jason Momoais the father oftwo adorable kids: daughter Lola Iolani and son Nakoa-Wolf.
TheAquamanstar welcomed his two children with ex-wifeLisa Bonet— who is also the mother ofThe BatmanactressZoë Kravitz— in July 2007 and December 2008, respectively. Althoughthe couple parted waysin 2022 after nearly five years of marriage and formallyfiled to dissolve their unionin January 2024, Momoa still considers Bonet and Kravitz his family.
As Lola and Nakoa-Wolf grow older, their famous father has had to learn to embrace his role as a not-so-hip dad. “I spent a lot of time with themwhen they were younger, which is super important. Then they traveled with me quite a bit. But now, going into high school, they’ve got their friends and stuff,” Momoa told PEOPLE in March 2024.
“They still like me, which is good," he joked. “I’m probably losing cool factor daily.”
To honor their special bond, here’s a look at Jason Momoa’s sweetest moments with his children, Lola and Nakoa-Wolf.
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Lola Iolani Momoa, Jason Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf Momoa attending the ‘Batman’ world premiere on March 1, 2022, in New York City.Cindy Ord/WireImage
In March 2022, Momoa took Nakoa-Wolf and Lola to support his stepdaughter, Zoë — daughter of Bonet and rockerLenny Kravitz— at the premiere ofThe Batmanin New York City.
Although Momoa and Bonet were no longer together, theFast XstartoldEntertainment Tonightthat he’sremained close to Kravitzand was thrilled to support her on her big night.
“Lisa couldn’t be here so we’re representing, me and the babies,” he said. “We’re very excited to just be here. … It’s still family, you know?”
02of 16Hugs and KissesZöe Kravitz, Lola Iolani Momoa, Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Jason Momoa embrace in a sweet Instagram photo from 2016.Jason Mamoa/InstagramWhen Zoë isn’t busy starring in movies, she’s spending time with her half-siblings. The blended familyshares an extremely close bondthat we can’t get enough of!Momoa also has a tight relationship with his stepdaughter, whom he dotingly calls “ZoZo.““He loves Zoë and always has. That hasn’t changed,” a source close to Momoa told PEOPLE in 2022. “He believes in family.”
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Zöe Kravitz, Lola Iolani Momoa, Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Jason Momoa embrace in a sweet Instagram photo from 2016.Jason Mamoa/Instagram
Jason Mamoa/Instagram
When Zoë isn’t busy starring in movies, she’s spending time with her half-siblings. The blended familyshares an extremely close bondthat we can’t get enough of!
Momoa also has a tight relationship with his stepdaughter, whom he dotingly calls “ZoZo.”
“He loves Zoë and always has. That hasn’t changed,” a source close to Momoa told PEOPLE in 2022. “He believes in family.”
03of 16"Aqua Papa"Jason Momoa picking up his two children, son Nakoa-Wolf Momoa (left) and daughter Lola Iolani Momoa (right).Jason Momoa/InstagramMomoa’s titular character in the Justice League’sAquamanis synonymous with being covered in head-to-toe tattoos — and naturally, his kids wanted in on the ink action as well!(While Momoa’s detailed designs were fake for the film, the actor doeshave tats of his own— which were also included in the movie.)“Raising sensitive savages,” hewrote on Instagramin 2017 of this shot of his tattooed family. “Priceless day on set proud to be aqua papa.”
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Jason Momoa picking up his two children, son Nakoa-Wolf Momoa (left) and daughter Lola Iolani Momoa (right).Jason Momoa/Instagram
Momoa’s titular character in the Justice League’sAquamanis synonymous with being covered in head-to-toe tattoos — and naturally, his kids wanted in on the ink action as well!
(While Momoa’s detailed designs were fake for the film, the actor doeshave tats of his own— which were also included in the movie.)
“Raising sensitive savages,” hewrote on Instagramin 2017 of this shot of his tattooed family. “Priceless day on set proud to be aqua papa.”
04of 16Red-Carpet CutiesLola Iolani Momoa, Jason Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf attending the world premiere of ‘No Time to Die’ at the Royal Albert Hall on Sept. 28, 2021, in London.David M. Benett/Dave Benett/GettyGrowing up with a Hollywood A-lister as a dad has its perks, andwalking red carpets is one of them. Momoa included his kiddos at the London premiere ofNo Time to Diein 2021, and he ensured they were just as well-dressed — and well-coiffed! — as he was.
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Lola Iolani Momoa, Jason Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf attending the world premiere of ‘No Time to Die’ at the Royal Albert Hall on Sept. 28, 2021, in London.David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty
Growing up with a Hollywood A-lister as a dad has its perks, andwalking red carpets is one of them. Momoa included his kiddos at the London premiere ofNo Time to Diein 2021, and he ensured they were just as well-dressed — and well-coiffed! — as he was.
05of 16The “Cool Dad” Award Goes To…Jason Momoa, Nakoa-Wolf Momoa, Billie Eilish and Lola Iolani Momoa attending the world premiere of ‘No Time to Die’ at the Royal Albert Hall on Sept. 28, 2021, in London.Jason Momoa/InstagramTheNo Time to Diepremiere in 2021 was definitely one Momoa’s kids won’t ever forget — it was the day they were introduced to the one and onlyBillie Eilish!Eilish and her brother,Finneas, wrote and recorded the film’s titular theme song, which won Best Original Song at the 2022Academy Awards.
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Jason Momoa, Nakoa-Wolf Momoa, Billie Eilish and Lola Iolani Momoa attending the world premiere of ‘No Time to Die’ at the Royal Albert Hall on Sept. 28, 2021, in London.Jason Momoa/Instagram
TheNo Time to Diepremiere in 2021 was definitely one Momoa’s kids won’t ever forget — it was the day they were introduced to the one and onlyBillie Eilish!
Eilish and her brother,Finneas, wrote and recorded the film’s titular theme song, which won Best Original Song at the 2022Academy Awards.
06of 16Put ‘Em Up!Jason Momoa (right) with his children (center), Lola Iolani Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf Momoa, at a boxing gym in 2021.Jason Momoa/InstagramBetweenJustice League(2017) andAquaman(2018), Momoa’s characters alwaysrequire him to be in tip-top shape— a demand the actor doesn’t take lightly. Boxing isone of his favorite training methods, a workout his kids seem to enjoy as well!
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Jason Momoa (right) with his children (center), Lola Iolani Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf Momoa, at a boxing gym in 2021.Jason Momoa/Instagram
BetweenJustice League(2017) andAquaman(2018), Momoa’s characters alwaysrequire him to be in tip-top shape— a demand the actor doesn’t take lightly. Boxing isone of his favorite training methods, a workout his kids seem to enjoy as well!
07of 16Beach BabiesNakoa-Wolf Momoa, Jason Momoa and Lola Iolani Momoa walking on the beach in 2017.Jason Momoa/InstagramMomoa, aHawaiian native born on the island of Oahu, is passionate about his roots and ensures his kids are instilled with the Hawaiian culture he knows and loves. Whether surfing or swimming, the real-life Aquaman always spends time at the beach, teaching his kids to embrace and respect the ocean.“Thank god for all my blessings. Finally with my OHANA,” hecaptioned the sweet photoon Instagram in 2017.
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Nakoa-Wolf Momoa, Jason Momoa and Lola Iolani Momoa walking on the beach in 2017.Jason Momoa/Instagram
Momoa, aHawaiian native born on the island of Oahu, is passionate about his roots and ensures his kids are instilled with the Hawaiian culture he knows and loves. Whether surfing or swimming, the real-life Aquaman always spends time at the beach, teaching his kids to embrace and respect the ocean.
“Thank god for all my blessings. Finally with my OHANA,” hecaptioned the sweet photoon Instagram in 2017.
08of 16Rockstar Run-InsJason Momoa, Slash, Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Lola Iolani Momoa pictured together at a Guns N’ Roses concert in 2017.Jason Momoa/InstagramMusic fan Momoa took his kids to aGuns N’ Rosesconcert where they got to meet legendary rockstarSlashbackstage. “Dream come true my kids getting to meet SLASH😜😜😜😜😝😝,” hewrote of the momenton Instagram in 2017.A longtime fan of the guitarist, Momoa alsointerviewed Slashin 2020, which — despite being admittedly nervous — turned out to be an “epic” experience.
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Jason Momoa, Slash, Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Lola Iolani Momoa pictured together at a Guns N' Roses concert in 2017.Jason Momoa/Instagram
Music fan Momoa took his kids to aGuns N' Rosesconcert where they got to meet legendary rockstarSlashbackstage. “Dream come true my kids getting to meet SLASH😜😜😜😜😝😝,” hewrote of the momenton Instagram in 2017.
A longtime fan of the guitarist, Momoa alsointerviewed Slashin 2020, which — despite being admittedly nervous — turned out to be an “epic” experience.
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Nakoa-Wolf Momoa, Jason Momoa and Lola Iolani Momoa posing together in Da Hui apparel.Jason Momoa/Instagram
10of 16Birthday Party PremiereClockwise from bottom left: Nakoa-Wolf Momoa, Jason Momoa, Lisa Bonet and Lola Iolani Momoa attending the ‘Lion King’ premiere in 2019.Jason Momoa/InstagramEarning his “Cool Dad” title once again, Momoa planned a special screening ofThe Lion Kingin 2019 to celebrateLola’s 12th birthday.“HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY LOVEE. I’m so thankful to be home with my ohana. Big mahalos to @disney @disneystudios for letting us have a party for our Lola Bear,” hecaptioned a series of sweet family photos(including one with Bonet) on Instagram taken on Lola’s special day.
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Clockwise from bottom left: Nakoa-Wolf Momoa, Jason Momoa, Lisa Bonet and Lola Iolani Momoa attending the ‘Lion King’ premiere in 2019.Jason Momoa/Instagram
Earning his “Cool Dad” title once again, Momoa planned a special screening ofThe Lion Kingin 2019 to celebrateLola’s 12th birthday.
“HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY LOVEE. I’m so thankful to be home with my ohana. Big mahalos to @disney @disneystudios for letting us have a party for our Lola Bear,” hecaptioned a series of sweet family photos(including one with Bonet) on Instagram taken on Lola’s special day.
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Jason Momoa, Lola Iolani Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf Momoa posing on the ‘Saturday Night Live’ stage.Jason Momoa/Instagram
The West Coast crew packed up and flew to the East Coast to watch Momoa make a few late-night appearances in N.Y.C.
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Jason Momoa and his kids, Lola Iolani (left) and Nakoa-Wolf (right).Jason Momoa Instagram
Momoa took his children with him when the UN Environment Programmenamed him an Advocate for Life Below Waterin 2022 for his efforts to support water conservation and environmentalism.
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Lola Iolani Momoa, Jason Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf Momoa attend the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s ‘Slumberland’ at AMC Century City 15 on Nov. 9, 2022, in Century City, Calif.Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Momoa evenshared a behind-the-scenes glimpseof the routineon Instagram.
14of 16Father-Daughter DuoLola Iolani Momoa and Jason Momoa attend the Los Angeles premiere of Focus Features ‘The Bikeriders’ at TCL Chinese Theatre on June 17, 2024, in Hollywood, Calif.Emma McIntyre/WireImageLola and Momoa looked ready to hit the road at the Los AngelesBikeriderspremiere at TCL Chinese Theatre in June 2024.The pair dressed for the occasion in biker style: Lola wore a black leather jacket and skull t-shirt underneath while her dad sported a jacket from the Indigenous-based Redrum Motorcycle Club. To make the moment even sweeter, both complemented their looks with matching black sunglasses.“WOW so exciting to see my friends in this movie,” Momoawrote of the experienceon Instagram. “It was wonderful please go check it out this Friday Love u lola bear and all my friends for coming.”
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Lola Iolani Momoa and Jason Momoa attend the Los Angeles premiere of Focus Features ‘The Bikeriders’ at TCL Chinese Theatre on June 17, 2024, in Hollywood, Calif.Emma McIntyre/WireImage
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Lola and Momoa looked ready to hit the road at the Los AngelesBikeriderspremiere at TCL Chinese Theatre in June 2024.
The pair dressed for the occasion in biker style: Lola wore a black leather jacket and skull t-shirt underneath while her dad sported a jacket from the Indigenous-based Redrum Motorcycle Club. To make the moment even sweeter, both complemented their looks with matching black sunglasses.
“WOW so exciting to see my friends in this movie,” Momoawrote of the experienceon Instagram. “It was wonderful please go check it out this Friday Love u lola bear and all my friends for coming.”
15of 16Eco-Friendly Family TimeJason Momoa, Lola Iolani Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf Momoa at the ‘Common Ground’ Los Angeles special screening held at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater on Jan. 11, 2024, in Beverly Hills, Calif.Gregg DeGuire/Variety via GettyIn January 2024, Lola and Nakoa-Wolf came out to support their dad at a special Los Angeles screening of the documentaryCommon Groundat Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, Calif. Momoa was one of several celebrities who interviewed in the eco-friendly doc, which screened at the Tribeca Film Festival in early 2023, where it took home the 2023 Human/Nature Award.
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Jason Momoa, Lola Iolani Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf Momoa at the ‘Common Ground’ Los Angeles special screening held at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater on Jan. 11, 2024, in Beverly Hills, Calif.Gregg DeGuire/Variety via Getty
Gregg DeGuire/Variety via Getty
In January 2024, Lola and Nakoa-Wolf came out to support their dad at a special Los Angeles screening of the documentaryCommon Groundat Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, Calif. Momoa was one of several celebrities who interviewed in the eco-friendly doc, which screened at the Tribeca Film Festival in early 2023, where it took home the 2023 Human/Nature Award.
16of 16Father’s Day LoveJoseph Momoa, Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Jason Momoa take a family photo together on the beach.Jason Momoa/instagramMomoa shared an extra special Father’s Day carousel on Instagram in 2024, which included a sweet snapshot of theFlashstar with his father, Joseph, and son Nakoa-Wolf enjoying the paternal holiday at the beach.“LOVE U POPS. LOVE U SON. LOVE U UNKOS. LOVE U MY BRADDAHS,” Momoacaptioned the post. “LOVE U MY CUZZINS. LOVE U OHANA. LOVE U MA FOR RAISING TO BE A MAN HAPPY FADAS DAY EVERYONE. ALOHA J.”
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Joseph Momoa, Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Jason Momoa take a family photo together on the beach.Jason Momoa/instagram
Jason Momoa/instagram
Momoa shared an extra special Father’s Day carousel on Instagram in 2024, which included a sweet snapshot of theFlashstar with his father, Joseph, and son Nakoa-Wolf enjoying the paternal holiday at the beach.
“LOVE U POPS. LOVE U SON. LOVE U UNKOS. LOVE U MY BRADDAHS,” Momoacaptioned the post. “LOVE U MY CUZZINS. LOVE U OHANA. LOVE U MA FOR RAISING TO BE A MAN HAPPY FADAS DAY EVERYONE. ALOHA J.”
source: people.com