Joe Buffalo facts for kids
Joe Buffalo (born 1976) is a talented Cree skateboarder and actor from Canada. He is well-known for his acting roles and his amazing skateboarding skills. Joe Buffalo has been nominated twice for the Best Supporting Actor in a Canadian Film. These nominations were for his roles in the films Hello Destroyer in 2016 and Luk'Luk'I in 2017. In 2023, he also received the special Inspire Award in the sports category.
About Joe Buffalo
Joe Buffalo is a member of the Samson Cree Nation, which is located in Alberta, Canada. He comes from a family with a history in acting. His great-grandfather, also named Joe Buffalo, was a deputy chief and appeared in the 1958 film The Sheriff of Fractured Jaw. Joe Buffalo is also the great-grand nephew of the famous actor Gordon Tootoosis.
Skateboarding and Advocacy
Joe Buffalo is connected with Colonialism Skateboards. This is a special skateboard company owned by Indigenous people. In 2021, the company released a professional skateboard model that featured Joe Buffalo's student ID card. This card was from the Qu'Appelle Indian Residential School. Joe Buffalo also works as a speaker and supporter for Indigenous mental health. He helps raise awareness and understanding about this important topic. He was honored with the Inspire Award in the sports category in 2023 for his achievements.
Acting Roles
Besides skateboarding, Joe Buffalo has also had several acting roles in movies. He has appeared in films such as The Fish and the Sea, Cake Day, and Brother, I Cry. His life and journey are also the subject of a short documentary film. This film, called Joe Buffalo, was made by Amar Chebib in 2021.
