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Among Meili’s goals are to attend New York University, work on Broadway and maybe do some TV acting or launch a singing career. She’s already a veteran of community theater productions and has even toured China.
As for her future goals, Meili wants to continue performing. She’s taking college classes this summer with plans to graduate with her associate’s degree when she finishes high school.
In the short-term howev- er, the Hilo girl plans to keep busy as a regular teenager (she loves going to the skate park and hanging out with friends at the beach), while indulging herself in other ac- tivities, including dance and martial arts classes.
Now that the video’s out there, Meili’s been pleasantly surprised by the reception.
“I got a lot of support from the fans, too — the KatyCats were great. I don’t know how they found out it was me, but they knew before it was out.”
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“I just started boxing,” says Meili. “I wanted to protect myself when I’m older.”
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There’s little doubt she’ll get there, given her focus and the support from her family, which also includes younger brother Cashton.
“Hone in on your craft and don’t chase stardom,” Astania says, relaying the advice she gives her daugh- ter. “Stardom will be there for you, if you hone in on your craft.”
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