Eddie Spears

Lower Brulé Lakota · actors

Eddie Spears (born November 29, 1982) is a member of the Kul Wičaša Oyate Lakota from the Lower Brulé Sioux Tribe of South Dakota. He grew up on the Lower Brulé Reservation and discovered his passion for acting as a teenager. Spears has built an impressive career with roles in Steven Spielberg's Emmy-winning miniseries "Into the West" (2005), Cinemax's "Banshee" (2013–2016), "Black Cloud" (2004), and "Dreamkeeper" (2003). He and his brother Michael have been trailblazers for Lakota representation in film and television. Known for his intense screen presence and commitment to authentic portrayals, Spears continues to push for more meaningful Native roles in the industry.