Robbie Magasiva is a Samoan actor born in Apia, Samoa in 1970. He moved to Wellington, New Zealand in 1980 where he began pursuing a career in acting through theatre sports and commercials. Magasiva is best known for his roles on Shortland Street and in the Sione's Wedding films. He has also appeared in numerous other television shows and movies over his 20+ year career. Magasiva continues to be one of New Zealand's leading actors and works closely with his brother on several projects.