Gordon Tootoosis
Biography
Gordon Tootoosis was a First Nations actor of Cree and Stoney descent. He was born on October 25, 1941, in Poundmaker Reserve, Saskatchewan, Canada. Tootoosis served as a founding member of the board of directors of the Saskatchewan Native Theatre Company and offered support and training to aspiring Aboriginal actors. He was also a social worker and a band chief. Tootoosis was known for his commitment to preserving his culture and telling his people's stories. He appeared in numerous films and television shows, with a total of 67 known credits. Tootoosis passed away on July 5, 2011, at the age of 69.
Career overview
Gordon Tootoosis was a First Nations actor of Cree and Stoney descent. He was known for his commitment to preserving his culture and telling his people's stories. Tootoosis served as a founding member of the board of directors of the Saskatchewan Native Theatre Company, offering encouragement, support, and training to aspiring Aboriginal actors.
Tootoosis had a prolific acting career with 67 known credits. He appeared in various films and television shows, although specific titles are not mentioned in the provided sources. His acting career spanned multiple genres and platforms, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
Tootoosis's dedication to his craft and his community is evident in his work. As a social worker and band chief, he served as a leading Cree activist. His commitment to preserving his culture and promoting Aboriginal representation in the entertainment industry is a testament to his enduring legacy.
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- Guns, Girls and Gambling (2012) as The Chief
- Doomsday Prophecy (2011) as John
- Fear Itself (2008) as Eddie Bear
- Skin and Bones (2008) as Eddie Bear
- Out In the Cold (2008) as Soft as Snow
- Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee (2007) as Chief Red Cloud
- Hybrid (2007) as Grandpa
- That Beautiful Somewhere (2007) as Harold
- Open Season (2006) as Gordy (voice)
- Boog and Elliot's Midnight Bun Run (2006) as Gordy (voice)
- Mr. Soul (2006)
- Fugitives Run (2005) as Dan John
- Hank Williams First Nation (2005) as Adelard Fox
- Shoebox Zoo (2004) as Nathaniel Stone
- 7 Times Lucky (2004) as Mr. Five Wounds
- Moccasin Flats (2003) as Joe Redsky
- Dreamkeeper (2003) as Kills Enemy
- On the Corner (2003) as Floyd
- Cowboys & Indians (2003) as James Harper
- Black Point (2002) as Standing Bear
- Christmas at Wapos Bay (2002) as Mushom
- Now & Forever (2002) as Ghost Fox
- Smallville (2001) as Joseph Willowbrook
- MythQuest (2001) as Red Wolf
- Nobody's Baby (2001) as Dog Havasu
- The Doe Boy (2001) as Marvin
- Dream Storm: A North of 60 Mystery (2001) as Albert Golo
- Reindeer Games (2000) as Old Governor
- Bear with Me (2000) as John Ours
- Lakota Moon (1999) as Rolling Thunder
- The Magnificent Seven (1998) as Chief Ko-Je
- Big Bear (1998) as Chief Big Bear
- Song of Hiawatha (1997) as Iagoo
- Keeping the Promise (1997) as Sakniss
- Forgotten Warriors (1997) as Narrator (voice)
- Lone Star (1996) as Wesley Birdsong
- Alaska (1996) as Ben
- Crazy Horse (1996) as Akicita
- Coyote Summer (1996) as Mopeah
- Pocahontas (1995) as Kekata (voice)
- 500 Nations (1995)
- Pocahontas: The Legend (1995) as Chief Powhatan
- Legends of the Fall (1994) as One Stab
- The X-Files (1993) as Shaman
- Madison (1993)
- Call Of The Wild (1993) as Charlie
- Spirit Rider (1993) as Joe Moon
- North of 60 (1992) as Albert Golo
- Leaving Normal (1992) as Hank Amaruk
- Lost in the Barrens II: The Curse of the Viking Grave (1992) as Mewasin
- Heritage Minutes: Peacemaker (1992) as Grandfather
- Heritage Minutes (1991) as Le grand-père
- Palace Guard (1991)
- Black Robe (1991) as Old Aenons
- Blood River (1991) as Smiling Knife
- Northern Exposure (1990) as Pete
- Bordertown (1989) as Chief Wild Eagle
- Last Train Home (1989) as Poundmaker
- Friday the 13th: The Series (1987) as Spotted Owl
- Stone Fox (1987) as Stone Fox
- MacGyver (1985) as Perry
- MacGyver (1985) as Phil Crow
- Danger Bay (1985) as Warden Bill Bragg
- Airwolf (1984) as Charlie Rising Moon
- Auf Wiedersehen, Pet (1983) as Joe Saugus
- Marie Ann (1978) as Chief Many Horses
- Amisk (1977)
- Alien Thunder (1974) as Almighty Voice