Joe Buffalo facts for kids
Joe Buffalo (born in 1976) is a talented skateboarder and actor from Canada. He is a member of the Cree Nation, who are Indigenous people in North America. Joe has been recognized for his acting, receiving nominations for "Best Supporting Actor" at the Vancouver Film Critics Circle Awards for his roles in Hello Destroyer and Luk'Luk'I. In 2023, he also received a special Inspire Award for his achievements in sports.
About Joe Buffalo
Joe Buffalo is a member of the Samson Cree Nation 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 acted in the 1958 film The Sheriff of Fractured Jaw. Joe is also the great-grand nephew of the well-known actor Gordon Tootoosis.
After attending a special school for Indigenous children, Joe moved to Ottawa to start his skateboarding career. He has become an important voice, helping other Indigenous people with their well-being and talking about important issues. In 2023, he was honored with the Inspire Award in the sports category for his contributions.
Skateboarding and Advocacy
Joe Buffalo is connected with Colonialism Skateboards, a company owned by Indigenous people. In 2021, this company released a special skateboard model featuring Joe. The design on the skateboard shows his student identification card from the Qu'Appelle Indian Residential School. This design helps to share his story and raise awareness.
Acting Career
Besides skateboarding, Joe Buffalo has also had several acting roles. He has appeared in films such as The Fish and the Sea, Cake Day, and Brother, I Cry. His life story is also featured in a 2021 short documentary film called Joe Buffalo, directed by Amar Chebib.
