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Chief Dan George was a Canadian chief, actor, musician, poet and author. He was nominated for an Oscar for Little Big Man and starred in The Outlaw Josey Wales.
Aug 12, 2007 · Chief Dan George is remembered as a talented actor and Indigenous spokesperson. In 2008, Canada Post commemorated his legacy with a special stamp. A school in Toronto , Ontario and another in Abbotsford , British Columbia , as well as a theatre in Victoria , British Columbia, bear his name — a testament to the ongoing influence that his works have had on various communities.
IMDb profile of Chief Dan George, a Canadian actor, author, and musician who was also a tribal chief of the Squamish First Nation. Learn about his life, career, achievements, and quotes from his film and TV roles, such as Little Big Man, The Outlaw Josey Wales, and Harry and Tonto.
- Actor, Soundtrack
- July 24, 1899
- 2 min
- September 23, 1981
Jun 28, 2017 · The late actor and former Tsleil-Waututh chief delivered a powerful and prophetic address at Canada's centennial celebration in 1967, critiquing colonization and calling for Indigenous resilience. His family and friends recall his legacy and impact on the Aboriginal rights movement.
Learn about the life and legacy of Chief Dan George, who was a chief, dancer, athlete, poet and actor. He was the first Indigenous person to be nominated for an Oscar and a champion for Indigenous rights and culture.
Sep 24, 1981 · Chief Dan George was the father of six children, Marie, Ann, Irene, Rose, Leonard and Robert. His wife, Amy, died in 1971, while he was preparing to go to Hollywood for the Oscar ceremonies.
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May 5, 2017 · Janet Rogers, a poet and activist, revisits the iconic poem by Chief Dan George, a Tsleil-Waututh leader, who criticized Canada's treatment of Indigenous peoples in 1967. She argues that the Lament holds true today and challenges the racism and colonialism that persist in Canada.
