Felipe Rose

Felipe Rose, a significant figure in the music industry, is best known as an original member of the iconic disco group the Village People. Rose is also a singer-songwriter, actor, dancer, culinary enthusiast, visual artist, and ordained minister who continues to embrace his history as an openly gay man and a two-spirited shadow walker. He remains involved in Native affairs around the country while remaining contemporary.

From 1977 to 2017, Rose's distinct persona as "The Native American," complete with a war bonnet, loincloth, and face paint, contributed to the group's unique charm, which included a cowboy, construction worker, military man, biker, and police officer. Following his tenure with the Village People, Rose embarked on a solo career in 2018, releasing the single "Going Back to My Roots." His contributions to music have been recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2008.

Beyond his musical endeavors, Rose has made his mark in the film industry with appearances in movies such as Can't Stop the Music and Feathers and Leathers: The Story of the Village People. He further extended his reach into the entertainment industry with appearances in various TV shows and interviews in several publications. Rose's music has also been acknowledged by the Native American Music Awards, as his single "Trail of Tears" won Best Historical Recording.