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Gordon Tootoosis, CM (October 25, 1941 – July 5, 2011) was a First Nations actor of Cree and Stoney descent. Tootoosis was a descendant of Yellow Mud Blanket, brother of the famous Cree leader Pîhtokahanapiwiyin. He was acclaimed for his commitment to preserving his culture and to telling his people's stories.
Gordon Tootoosis. Actor: Legends of the Fall. A Canadian actor of Cree and Stoney descent, Gordon Tootosis made his film debut in the western film Alien Thunder (1974) with Donald Sutherland and Chief Dan George.
Aug 7, 2011 · Gordon Tootoosis was a prolific actor and a fierce advocate of Aboriginal rights, and often combined both efforts with the roles he played. He overcame a troubled childhood and alcoholism to become an exceptional role model for his fellow Plains Cree and others across North America.
Jul 5, 2011 · Canadian actor Gordon Tootoosis has died, family members reported Tuesday. Relatives say he passed away from pneumonia at St. Paul’s hospital in Saskatoon on Tuesday. Mr. Tootoosis was 69.
Jul 7, 2011 · Celebrated actor Gordon Tootoosis has died, a family member has confirmed to CBC News. The cause of death was not immediately available but he was recently hospitalized for treatment of...
Jul 6, 2011 · NORTH BATTLEFORD, Sask. - Saskatchewan-born actor and aboriginal activist Gordon Tootoosis has died at the age of 69 after a brief illness. Tootoosis, a Cree from the Poundmaker...
Jul 6, 2011 · NORTH BATTLEFORD, SASK.—Saskatchewan-born actor and aboriginal activist Gordon Tootoosis has died at the age of 69 after a brief illness. Tootoosis, a Cree from the Poundmaker First Nation, was...
Gordon Tootoosis. Actor: Legends of the Fall. A Canadian actor of Cree and Stoney descent, Gordon Tootosis made his film debut in the western film Alien Thunder (1974) with Donald Sutherland and Chief Dan George.
Jul 7, 2011 · Actor Gordon Tootoosis has died. The 69 year-old was known for roles that helped shine a light on Aboriginal teachings and history. His career on stage, screen and television took him from a Saskatchewan reserve to the heights of Hollywood.
Jul 8, 2011 · Canadian actor Gordon Too-toosis, who frequently played Native Americans on the big and smallscreen, most notably in 1995 Western “Legends of the Fall,” died Tuesday of pneumonia in North...
