11/07/2025
🎉 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 , 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐃𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞 ! 🎂
Today, we honor and celebrate the birthday of Chief Dan George — a remarkable man whose wisdom, artistry, and courage left a lasting legacy.
With deep respect and gratitude, we remember his powerful voice for Indigenous rights and his extraordinary spirit that continues to inspire generations. 🌿🦅
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Chief Dan George (born July 24, 1899) was a chief of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation (a Coast Salish band in British Columbia, Canada), as well as an acclaimed actor, author, poet, and outspoken advocate for Indigenous peoples.
Though he began his acting career later in life — nearly 60 years old — he quickly rose to fame with his unforgettable performance in Little Big Man (1970), earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. He also appeared in films such as The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976) alongside Clint Eastwood.
Beyond acting, Chief Dan George was a passionate activist and cultural voice. His 1967 speech, “Lament for Confederation,” delivered on Canada’s centennial, stirred the nation with its eloquent call for justice and recognition of Indigenous peoples’ rights.
Chief Dan George passed away on September 23, 1981, but his words, performances, and commitment to reconciliation live on — a timeless reminder of the strength, dignity, and wisdom of First Nations people.
❤️𝗜 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗧-𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗿𝘁 👇
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