Graham Greene, Acclaimed Canadian Actor, Dies Aged 73
Graham Greene, the distinguished Canadian actor whose unforgettable portrayal of Kicking Bird in Dances With Wolves etched his name into Hollywood history, has died at the age of 73.
The veteran performer passed away on 1 September at a Toronto hospital after battling a long illness.
“It is with deep sadness we announce the peaceful passing of award-winning, legendary Canadian actor Graham Greene,” said his agent-manager, Gerry Jordan.
Cause of Death Confirmed
According to his representatives, Greene died of natural causes following a prolonged illness. The specific health complications remain undisclosed, though his family confirmed his condition had worsened in recent months.
In a touching final reflection, Greene spoke of meeting his longtime agent, Susan Smith, who passed in 2013, “at the gates of heaven.” It was a poignant farewell to a companion and confidante.
A Storied Career on Stage and Screen
Greene’s career spanned over four decades, rooted in authenticity and memorable performances.
His breakout moment came in 1990 with Dances With Wolves, a role that earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. The film itself swept seven Oscars, including Best Picture.
Graham Greene has passed away at 73 years old. Greene was a powerhouse actor who elevated projects whenever he was on screen. I’ll remember him most for his outstanding performance in Dances with Wolves. He’s a big reason this film won Best Picture. Rest in Peace to a giant. pic.twitter.com/yUOGdbua8C
— Cinema Tweets (@CinemaTweets1) September 1, 2025
But his journey began long before that, in 1983, with Running Brave. Following that, he appeared in a string of iconic films, from Maverick and Die Hard with a Vengeance to Molly’s Game and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2.
His more recent television credits, including Reservation Dogs and The Last of Us, highlighted his continuing influence, as reflected in coverage of his final works.
On television, he also graced screens in classics like Murder, She Wrote and The Red Green Show, and embraced modern hits such as Riverdale and Tulsa King.
For many, Graham Greene was more than just a performer. His roles brought Indigenous stories to mainstream cinema with honesty and dignity.
He is survived by his wife, Hilary Blackmore, and their daughter, Lilly Lazare-Greene.
A quiet force. A powerhouse. A storyteller. The world has lost one of its most unforgettable voices. And his legacy will echo in every role that defined him.
