Gordon Tootoosis

Gordon Tootoosis

Deceased · Born: Oct 25, 1941 · Died: Jul 5, 2011

Personal Details

BornOct 25, 1941 Poundmaker Reserve, Saskatchewan, Canada

Biography

Gordon Tootosis, a talented Canadian actor of Cree and Stoney descent, initially made his mark in the cinematic world with a film debut in the western film "Alien Thunder" (1974),sharing the screen with renowned actors Donald Sutherland and Chief Dan George.

Throughout his illustrious career, Tootosis has delivered a multitude of memorable performances in both television and film, leaving a lasting impression on audiences worldwide. One of his most notable roles is that of 'One Stab' in the critically acclaimed film "Legends of the Fall" (1994).

Tootoosis's impressive resume also includes the role of 'Growling Bear' in the highly acclaimed Steven Spielberg-produced miniseries "Into the West" (2005),as well as the role of 'Chief Red Cloud' in the HBO film "Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee" (2007).

In addition to his work in film and television, Tootosis has also lent his voice to several notable projects, including the role of 'Kekata' in Disney's animated feature "Pocahontas" (1995) and Sheriff Gordy in the animated film "Open Season" (2006).

Tootoosis has also made guest appearances on a variety of popular television shows, including "Friday the 13th: The Series" (1987),"MacGyver" (1985),"Northern Exposure" (1990),"The X-Files" (1993),"The Magnificent Seven" (1998),and "Smallville" (2001).

Gordon Tootosis's remarkable career has been marked by a dedication to his craft and a commitment to showcasing the rich cultural heritage of his indigenous roots.

Career

2008
Out in the Cold
Out in the Cold as Soft as Snow
2007
Hybrid
Hybrid as Grandpa
Open Season
Open Season as Gordy (voice)
One Dead Indian
One Dead Indian as Clifford George
2005
Fugitives Run
Fugitives Run as Dan John
Shoebox Zoo
Shoebox Zoo as Nathaniel Stone
2004
Seven Times Lucky
Seven Times Lucky as Mr. Five Wounds
DreamKeeper
DreamKeeper as Kills Enemy
2002
Black Point
Black Point as Standing Bear
Now & Forever
Now & Forever as Ghost Fox
2001
Nobody's Baby
Nobody's Baby as Dog Havasu
The Doe Boy
The Doe Boy as Marvin
Zoe
Zoe as Red Shirt
2000
Bear with Me
Bear with Me as John Ours
Reindeer Games
Reindeer Games as Old Governor
1998
Big Bear
Big Bear as Chief Big Bear
Let There Be Light
Let There Be Light as Dieu l'indien
1997
North of 60
North of 60 as Albert Golo
1996
Alaska
Alaska as Ben
Crazy Horse
Crazy Horse as Akicita
Lone Star
Lone Star as Wesley Birdsong
1995
Pocahontas: The Legend
Pocahontas: The Legend as Chief Powhatan
Pocahontas
Pocahontas as Kekata (voice)
1994
1993
Leaving Normal
Leaving Normal as Hank Amaruk
1991
Blood River
Blood River as Smiling Knife
Black Robe
Black Robe as Old Aenons
1989
1987
Stone Fox
Stone Fox as Stone Fox
1978
Marie Ann
Marie Ann as Chief Many Horses
1977
1974
Alien Thunder
Alien Thunder as Almighty Voice