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Chief Dan George OC (born Geswanouth Slahoot; July 24, 1899 – September 23, 1981) was a chief of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, a Coast Salish band whose Indian reserve is located on Burrard Inlet in the southeast area of the District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He also was an actor, musician, poet and author.
Sep 24, 1981 · Chief Dan George of the Burrard tribe, who was best known for his role in the 1970 movie ''Little Big Man,'' died today in his sleep at Lions Gate Hospital. He was 82 years old.
After spending much of his early life as a longshoreman, a construction worker, and a school-bus driver, Chief Dan George auditioned for the role of Ol' Antoine on Cariboo Country (1960), a CBC series, and won the part. He made his screen debut at age 65.
Chief Dan George was many things. He was an actor. He was a dancer. He was an athlete. He was a poet. But more than anything, he was a spokesperson and a champion for his people throughout his life. Dan George was born Geswanouth Slahoot on the Burrard Indigenous Reserve on July 24, 1899.
Jun 28, 2017 · VANCOUVER – Leonard George remembers the first time he heard his father, Chief Dan George, deliver his moving and prophetic speech on Indigenous rights, “A Lament for Confederation.” It was 1967 and the acclaimed actor and former Tsleil-Waututh chief was set to speak at Canada’s centennial celebration in Vancouver.
Aug 12, 2007 · Dan George, OC, Tsleil-Waututh actor, poet, public speaker (born 24 July 1899 on the Burrard Indian Reserve No. 3 in BC; died 23 September 1981 in North Vancouver, BC). By his film roles and personal appearances, Dan George helped improve the popular image of Indigenous people, often represented in stereotypical ways.
May 5, 2017 · Chief Dan George was an actual chief of the Tsleil-Waututh from 1951 to 1963. He is most remembered for his poetry book My Heart Soars and his role as Old Lodge Skins playing opposite...
Jun 12, 2017 · On July 1, 1967, Chief Dan George was invited to speak at a giant celebration at Empire Stadium marking the 100th anniversary of Confederation. He stunned the crowd of 32,000 with a lament for...
Dec 15, 2023 · This fascinating exhibit explores the life and legacy of Tsleil-Waututh Chief Dan George (1899-1981) – leader, writer, performer, and advocate for First Nations people. Learn about his influence as an advocate for the rights of First Nations peoples.
Jul 24, 2024 · Chief Dan George took up acting in his 60s and scored a historic Oscar nod for Little Big Man. We recommend a few of his greatest screen performances.
