Graham Greene

Graham Greene, an actor of Oneida descent, has had a significant impact on the international film industry with his noteworthy performances in films such as Kevin Costner's Dances with Wolves, earning him an Academy Award nomination. Greene's portfolio spans a wide range of films, including Thunderheart, Maverick, and Die Hard with a Vengeance, to more recent works like The Shack and Shadow Wolves. His ability to inhabit diverse characters with authenticity has allowed audiences to immerse themselves in his performances, from playing the affable drunk Pierre St. Pierre in "Dry Lips Oughta Move to Kapuskasing" to embodying the character of Shylock in the Stratford Shakespeare Festival production of "The Merchant of Venice."

Greene's career extends beyond the big screen, with a plethora of television appearances in series such as "Northern Exposure," "The Red Green Show," and "The Last of Us." His role as Pete "Baba" Green in the First Nations' CBC TV series "Spirit Bay" further highlights his versatility as an actor. Aside from his on-screen roles, Greene has lent his voice to various projects, including the pre-recorded narration for the outdoor show "Tecumseh!" and the portrayal of Chief Rains Fall in the video game Red Dead Redemption 2.

Over the years, Greene's contributions to the film and television industry have been recognized with various honors and awards. In 2008, he received an honorary doctor of law degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, and in 2015, he was appointed a Member of the Order of Canada. His Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album for Children in 1999 and the Best Actor award at the Tokyo International Film Festival in 2002 further testify to his prowess as an actor and narrator, marking him as a distinguished figure in the entertainment industry.