Graham Greene, a renowned Canadian First Nations actor best known for his role as Kicking Bird in Kevin Costner's 1990 film 'Dances with Wolves,' has died at age 73 in Toronto after a long illness. Born in 1952 on the Six Nations Reserve in Ontario, Greene's career began in Canadian and UK theater in the 1970s before transitioning to film and television. His breakthrough came with his Oscar-nominated performance in 'Dances with Wolves,' which significantly advanced his Hollywood career. He appeared in numerous notable films including 'Thunderheart,' 'Maverick,' 'Die Hard with a Vengeance,' 'The Green Mile,' and 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon.' Greene was also active in television, with roles in series such as 'Reservation Dogs,' 'The Last of Us,' '1883,' and 'Tulsa King.' An award-winning actor, Greene received multiple accolades, including Grammy, Gemini, and Canadian Screen awards, and was inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame. He was also honored with the Canadian governor general’s performing arts award for lifetime achievement. Greene was known for his advocacy for Indigenous representation in Hollywood and reflected on his career in a 2024 interview, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and humor in Native culture. He is survived by his wife Hilary Blackmore, daughter Lilly Lazare-Greene, and grandson Tarlo.