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Tantoo Cardinal is a Canadian actress of Cree and Métis heritage, who has appeared in many films and TV shows. She is a member of the Order of Canada, the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television Hall of Fame, and the Governor General's Performing Arts Awards laureate.
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Tantoo Cardinal. Actress: Wind River. Actress Tantoo Cardinal is a Member of the Order of Canada, one of the country's highest civilian honors. The order recognizes Cardinal for her contributions to the growth and development of Aboriginal performing arts in Canada.
- January 1, 1
- 31 sec
- Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
Oct 29, 2021 · Learn about the life and career of Tantoo Cardinal, a Canadian film and TV actress who has portrayed indigenous roles in movies such as Dances with Wolves and Killers of the Flower Moon. Find out about her family, awards, and honorary doctorates.
Learn about the life and career of Tantoo Cardinal, a Canadian actress of Cree and French descent and a Member of the Order of Canada. She has starred in films such as Legends of the Fall, Dances With Wolves, and Wind River, and won several awards for her work.
- July 20, 1950
- How many children do you have? Three.
- What was your first major motion picture? Marie Ann. (In the 1978 film, her character’s name is Tantou and she appears as Tantoo Martin in the credits.)
- Who was your favourite co-star of all time and why? I don’t know. That’s kind of unfair. Gordon Tootoosis- maybe? We have the longest history, 40 years.
- Who did you go to jail with? Margot Kidder. (Kidder played Lois Lane in the 80sadaptation of Superman. Hint: They were protesting the Keystone XL pipeline together.)
Jan 18, 2012 · Rose Marie “Tantoo” Cardinal, CM, actor (born 20 Jul 1950 in Fort McMurray, AB). Cree and Métis actor Tantoo Cardinal has broken barriers for onscreen representation of Indigenous peoples.
Nov 23, 2021 · CBC Arts celebrates the Governor General's Performing Arts Award laureate Tantoo Cardinal, an Indigenous actor and theatre founder. Read a heartfelt poem by a fan who was inspired by her role and her voice.