Gerald Auger facts for kids

Gerald Auger (born March 20, 1968) is a talented Canadian actor, producer, writer, and motivational speaker. He is a proud member of the Woodland Cree First Nation. Gerald is known for his roles in movies and TV shows, often playing strong Indigenous characters. He also inspires young people across Canada with his stories and experiences.

About Gerald Auger

Early Life and Leadership

Gerald Auger was born on March 20, 1968. He grew up in Wabasca, Alberta, Canada. In 1995, he finished college at Grande Prairie Regional College. He earned diplomas in Marketing Management and Small Business Management.

While in college, Gerald was a strong leader. He became the president of the campus’s Student Association. He also led the Student Society for Alberta Vocational College. He was also the president of the Circle of Aboriginal Students. For his great leadership, he received the Charles S. Noble Student Leadership Award. This award came from the Province of Alberta.

Inspiring Others

Gerald became a National Native Role Model in 1996 and 1997. This honor was given to him by the Governor General of Canada. For two years, he visited over 30 communities across Canada. He shared his experiences and inspired other Indigenous youth. He connected with people through cultural events and ceremonies.

Gerald was also the first Indigenous person to receive the Rotary International Integrity Award. This award recognized his strong values and honesty.

Acting Career

Gerald Auger started acting after being noticed at the 1995 Canada Winter Games. His first big role was in the 1998 film Il mio West. This movie was later called Gunslinger’s Revenge. He acted alongside famous stars like David Bowie and Harvey Keitel. This film was special because it was the first "Spaghetti Western" movie to use First Nations actors in Indigenous roles.

Notable Roles

In 2002, Gerald had a main role in the National Geographic IMAX film Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West. The next year, he played Crow Hunter in the TV miniseries Dreamkeeper.

In 2005, he played Soaring Eagle in the miniseries Into the West. This show was produced by Steven Spielberg’s DreamWorks. In 2007, he was Chief Ambrose McQuinna in Luna: Spirit of the Whale. He acted with Adam Beach and Graham Greene in this CTV show.

Gerald also appeared in the movie FUBAR 2 in 2010. He played a Native guide in Western Confidential and a Native policeman in The Plateau. In 2011, he had a small role in the TV series Blackstone. He then landed a lead role as Pawnee Killer in the historical drama Hell on Wheels. This show was filmed in Calgary.

In 2015, Gerald filmed three short movies. He traveled to St. Petersburg, Russia, for Petersburg. A Selfie. In one story, Anichkov Bridge, he played a modern-day Native American. This made history as he was the first Indigenous actor to film in Russia. He also worked on an Australian movie called Lost Face.

Behind the Camera: Producing and Directing

Besides acting, Gerald also produces, writes, and directs films. In 2007, he directed Walking Alone, a short film about rapper Shawn Bernard. In 2008, he made the National Film Board of Canada documentary Honour Thy Father. This film explored his family's experiences with the Anglican Church. It won an award for Best Film Representing Cultural Diversity in 2009.

In 2012, he wrote and produced The Ancients for Aboriginal Peoples Television Network. He also worked on a follow-up to Honour Thy Father, called Our Journey Home. This film looks at how Christianity and Native spirituality connect.

In 2013, Gerald worked on Jesus in the Lodge – The Forgotten Truth of the Wilderness. This film explored Indigenous spiritual ideas.

Business and Future Projects

Gerald Auger owns a business called Black Eagle Entertainment. As its Chief Executing Officer, he aims to create films, TV shows, and documentaries. His goal is to show the true stories of Indigenous people and challenge stereotypes.

Gerald has also appeared in commercials. He was in ads for Pfizer Pharmaceuticals and a South Korean car company called Magnus.

Gerald's Work

Film Roles

• Il mio West (1998) – Native warrior
• Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West (2002) – Shoshone chief
• Klatsassin (2006)
• Murder Inc.
• Luna: Spirit of The Whale (2007) – Chief Ambrose McQuinna
• FUBAR 2 (2010)
• Alone (2010) – Native policeman
• The Plateau (2010) – Mike Cardinal
• Western Confidential (2011) – Native guide and interpreter
• Anichkov Bridge (2015) – Modern-day Native in Russia

Television Roles

• Be Aware
• North of 60
• The Long Walk
• Stories from the 7th Fire
• How the Fiddle Flows (2002)
• Dreamkeeper (2003) – Crow Hunter
• Into the West (2005) – Soaring Eagle
• Blackstone (2011) – Dan Brown
• Hell on Wheels (2011, 2012) – Cheyenne Brave Pawnee Killer

Other Creative Works

Video Short

• Higher Ground (2011) – Komonake

Docudrama/Industrial

• I Am Alcohol
• Crimestoppers
• I Will Not Cry Alone
• Dream Makers (2006)

Voice-over Roles

• Cree 10/20/30
• Blanket of Silence
• Stories from the 7th Fire

Theatre

• Canada Winter Games opening ceremonies (1995) – performer
• Canada Winter Games opening and closing ceremonies (2010) – Anook the Rockman
• National Aboriginal Achievement Awards

Filmmaking

• Walking Alone (2007) – film
• Honour Thy Father (2008) – documentary
• Jesus in the Lodge – The Forgotten Truth of the Wilderness (2013) – documentary
• Bohemian Blood (2015) – short film