#Donne Dawson

State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson retires after 25 years

Hawai‘i State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson will be retiring from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism effective April 30, 2026, concluding 25 years of service managing the Hawai‘i Film Office and the state’s film program.

UH Cancer Center Takes on Leading Role in Disney + Original Series

The University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center will have a leading role in the new Disney+ original series, Doogie Kamealoha, M.D., a reboot of the beloved 90s dramedy Doogie Howser M.D.

Donne Dawson Returns As Hawaii Film Commissioner

Donne Dawson has returned to state service as Film Industry Development Manager for the Hawai‘i Film Office.