Just because Jason Momoa played Aquaman, that doesn't mean he can really command the waves. The Chief of War actor learned a harsh lesson about the terrifying power of nature at the beginning of his career,

The actor says help from his ancestors and thoughts of his then 3-month-old daughter helped him win a battle for his life.

Jason Momoa shared a near-death experience he once had while surfing in Hawaii that led to him giving up smoking for life during an episode of the 'SmartLess' podcast. 'I just — I lost it, I was like 'Oh s---,