James & Ernie facts for kids

James & Ernie
James and Ernie in Kayenta, AZ 2012
Birth name	James Junes and Ernest Tsosi
Born	James:Kirtland, New Mexico Ernie:Fort Defiance, Arizona
Medium	Stand-up, film, radio
Nationality	American
Years active	2002–present
Genres	Observational comedy
Subject(s)	Reservation life
Notable works and roles	James & Ernie-fied (2005) Mile Post 398 (2007)
Members	James Junes Ernest "Ernie" David Tsosie III

James & Ernie are a super funny comedy team from the United States. They are both Navajo. The team has two members: James Junes and Ernest "Ernie" David Tsosie III. They make people laugh with their stand-up comedy, movies, and radio shows. They started performing together in 2002.

About James and Ernie

James Junes and Ernie Tsosie are famous for their comedy. They often joke about life on the Navajo Nation. Their humor helps people connect and laugh about shared experiences.

Where They Grew Up

James Junes grew up near Kirtland, New Mexico. Ernie Tsosie was born in Fort Defiance, Arizona.

Movies and DVDs

James & Ernie have made several movies and comedy DVDs. These show their funny live performances and acting skills.

• James & Ernie-fied (DVD) (2005): This was a live comedy show filmed in Farmington, New Mexico.
• Mile Post 398 (2007): This was their very first feature film.
• Turquoise Rose (2007)
• James & Ernie Comedy: Fun in the Sun (DVD) (2008)
• Blue Gap Boy'z (2008)
• Pete & Cleo (2010)

Awards and Recognition

The comedy duo has also won awards for their work.

Ernie Tsosie's Award

In 2007, Ernie Tsosie won an award at the American Indian Film Festival.

Year	Award	Recipient	Category	Film	Result
2007	American Indian Film Festival	Ernest "Ernie" David Tsosie III	Best Supporting Actor	Mile Post 398	Won

He won "Best Supporting Actor" for his role in the movie Mile Post 398. This shows how talented he is not just as a comedian, but also as an actor.