Chief John Big Tree

Chief John Big Tree

Deceased · Born: Jun 2, 1877 · Died: Jul 6, 1967

Personal Details

BornJun 2, 1877 Buffalo, New York, USA

Biography

John Big Tree, a renowned American actor, entered this world on June 2, 1877, in the vibrant city of Buffalo, situated in the state of New York, USA. Throughout his illustrious career, he left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, captivating audiences with his exceptional talent in a multitude of films. Some of his most notable works include the iconic "She Wore a Yellow Ribbon" released in 1949, "The Avenging Arrow" from 1921, and "The Desert's Toll" in 1926. After a life filled with creativity and passion, John Big Tree's earthly journey came to an end on July 6, 1967, in the picturesque Onondaga Indian Reservation, nestled in the state of New York, USA.

Career

1950
Devil's Doorway
Devil's Doorway as Thundercloud
1949
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon as Chief Pony That Walks
1941
Western Union
Western Union as Chief Spotted Horse
1940
North West Mounted Police
North West Mounted Police as Blue Owl (uncredited)
Brigham Young
Brigham Young as Big Elk
Pony Express Days
Pony Express Days as Paiute Chief
1939
The Oregon Trail
The Oregon Trail as Spotted Elk
Stagecoach
Stagecoach as Indian Scout (uncredited)
Destry Rides Again
Destry Rides Again as Indian in Saloon (uncredited)
Susannah of the Mounties
Susannah of the Mounties as Chief (uncredited)
1938
The Girl of the Golden West
The Girl of the Golden West as Indian Chief in Prologue
1937
Hills of Old Wyoming
Hills of Old Wyoming as Chief Big Tree
Maid of Salem
Maid of Salem as Indian Man (Uncredited)
Lost Horizon
Lost Horizon as Porter (uncredited)
1936
Custer's Last Stand
Custer's Last Stand as Medicine Man
The Bold Caballero
The Bold Caballero as Tavern Indian (uncredited)
The Singing Vagabond
The Singing Vagabond as Chief White Eagle (uncredited)
1934
Wheels of Destiny
Wheels of Destiny as Chief War Eagle
1933
The Telegraph Trail
The Telegraph Trail as Indian Chief (uncredited)
1932
The Golden West
The Golden West as Indian (uncredited)
The Last of the Mohicans
The Last of the Mohicans as Huron Warrior (uncredited)
1930
The Big Trail
The Big Trail as Indian (uncredited)
1927
1926
Mantrap
Mantrap as Indian (uncredited)
1924
The Iron Horse
The Iron Horse as Cheyenne Chief (uncredited)