Kalama Epstein, the youngest of three children, was born and raised on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, where his first name, meaning "flaming torch" in Hawaiian, reflects his fiery passion for the performing arts. With a lifelong fascination with film and filmmaking, Kalama's innate talent for modeling and performing was evident from a very young age. His early start in the industry led to a co-starring role on an episode of Hawaii Five-0 in 2010, which sparked a newfound enthusiasm for being in front of the camera.
Since then, Kalama has dedicated most of his time in Los Angeles to pursuing his dreams of acting and directing. His extensive credits include starring roles in the Amazon Studios pilot Maker Shack Agency in 2014, the Nickelodeon show Deadtime Stories in 2012, and the feature film Under the Blood-Red Sun in 2014. He has also made guest appearances on various shows, including CW's Crazy Ex-Girlfriend in 2015, Nickelodeon's Bella and the Bulldogs in 2015, Disney's Dog with a Blog in 2012, and will be seen in a recurring role in The Fosters, season 4.
Kalama's impressive portfolio also includes being the lead in the award-winning short film The Kid in 2013, written and directed by Sean Brosnan. He has co-starred on an episode of HBO's Ray Donovan in 2013 and has been the principal in numerous national commercials. When he's not acting, Kalama loves spending time by the ocean, indulging in his favorite activities such as body-surfing, body-boarding, playing the ukulele, and photography.
As a true triple threat, Kalama's passion for the arts is evident in his multifaceted talents, which have been honed through his extensive experience in the entertainment industry. His dedication to his craft and his many accomplishments have solidified his position as a rising star in the world of entertainment.
