Tantoo Cardinal

Cree / Métis · actors

Tantoo Cardinal is a Cree and Métis actress who has been a trailblazer for Indigenous women in film for over 40 years. She appeared in over 100 productions including "Legends of the Fall," "Smoke Signals," "Wind River," and "Killers of the Flower Moon."

She received a Canadian Screen Award for Best Actress and was appointed to the Order of Canada. Her commitment to authentic Indigenous storytelling has paved the way for a new generation of Native actors.