EPISODE 1: Lehi’s Falepapalangi - From Small Town to Hollywood Roles, Hawaii Five-0 & Next Goal Wins

In the very first episode of Backstory Room, we sit down with Lehi for a powerful, unexpected story that goes way beyond what you’d think from a small-town start.From growing up in Idaho and nearly going all-in on college football… to walking away from that path and serving a church mission instead—Lehi’s life took a completely different direction.After returning, he attended BYU–Hawaii, where everything changed. He met his wife, got introduced to acting, and what started as curiosity quickly turned into real Hollywood opportunities.Out of nowhere, he landed roles in major productions like Hawaii Five-0, Next Goal Wins, and even appeared in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series along with multiple commercials and film projects.But this episode isn’t just about Hollywood.Lehi also opens up about: • Losing his father and how it shaped him• His personal struggles with weight and self-image• Building confidence through life’s hardest seasons• Balancing acting with real-life work in Utah todayThis is a story about unexpected turns, timing, faith, setbacks, and success that didn’t happen the way anyone planned—but somehow worked out anyway.If you’re into real conversations, behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories, and people who figured life out the hard way—this one’s for you.The Backstory Room Discount LinksVeteran owned. MADE IN THE USA. Premium holsters and hunting gear. Use code BACKSTORY10 for 10% off.https://www.venandiholsters.com/ Lehi Falepapalangi LinksIG - https://www.instagram.com/lehi.falepapalangi/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@misterotai