Canadian actor Graham Greene, best known internationally for playing Kicking Bird in Dances with Wolves, died at 73 on September 1, 2025. The Associated Press reported that he died in Stratford, Ontario, after a “lengthy illness,” citing a statement from his agent. No diagnosis was reported.
What is known about Graham Greene’s death
The Associated Press reported that Greene died on September 1, 2025, in Stratford, Ontario, at age 73. His agent, Michael Greene, described him as “a great man of morals ethics, character and will be eternally missed,” and added, “God bless you. You are finally free.” The report named no specific cause or diagnosis beyond a lengthy illness.
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The role that brought Greene international recognition
Greene’s landmark role was Kicking Bird in the 1990 film Dances with Wolves. The Associated Press said his performance earned him an Oscar nomination. Its account does not specify the award category or ceremony year.
Greene had begun acting in the 1970s, following work as a draftsman, high steelworker, welder and carpenter. The AP described him as a trailblazing Indigenous actor whose career spanned film and television; its report highlights selected milestones rather than providing a complete filmography.
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Colleagues remember his work and mentorship
Kevin Costner, Greene’s Dances with Wolves co-star, said, “He was a master at work and a wonderful human being.”
Lily Gladstone praised Greene’s screen presence, saying, “Graham Greene was one of the best to ever do it. He lived on the screen in an absolutely unparalleled way. He made everything he was in better. Funnier. Deeper. Memorable.”
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Actor D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai credited Greene with sharing his knowledge and offering mentorship. “You showed us it can be done and how to leave your mark. Trail blazing for every young native actor just dreaming,” he said.
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Greene was born in June 1952 in Ohsweken, Ontario, on Canada’s Six Nations Reserve. The AP identifies him as Indigenous but does not specify a more particular nation affiliation.
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The Associated Press published its report on September 2, 2025, and updated it on September 3 to include the agent’s statement and revised survivor information. It reported that Greene was survived by his wife, Hilary Blackmore, and children Lilly Lazare-Greene and Talo.
Read the Associated Press report on Graham Greene’s death.
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