Oscar-Nominated First Nations Actor Graham Greene Dies at 73

Graham Greene, the acclaimed Canadian First Nations actor best known for his Oscar-nominated role as Kicking Bird in Kevin Costner’s "Dances with Wolves," died at age 73 after a long illness. Born in 1952 on the Six Nations Reserve in Ontario, Greene began his career in professional theater before transitioning to film and television, with notable appearances in "The Green Mile," "Maverick," "Die Hard with a Vengeance," and "The Twilight Saga: New Moon." Greene was celebrated for his nuanced portrayals that challenged stereotypical Indigenous roles, bringing complexity and authenticity to his characters. He continued to work in recent years on projects such as Taylor Sheridan’s "1883" and "Tulsa King," as well as the Marvel series "Echo." Greene is survived by his wife Hilary Blackmore, his daughter Lilly Lazare-Greene, and his son Tarlo Greene. His agent described him as a man of great morals and character, noting he will be deeply missed by the entertainment community and Indigenous peoples alike.