Lily Gladstone – Photo Shoot for Rolling Stone Magazine 01/12/2024

Lily Gladstone, the first Indigenous person to win Best Actress at the Golden Globes, is poised to make history as the potential first Native American winner for acting in Oscar history for her role in “Killers of the Flower Moon”. Born on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in rural Montana, Gladstone’s acting career began when her father, a Native man of Piegan Blackfeet and Nez Perce heritage, encouraged her to participate in plays as an escape from bullies.

Gladstone’s life changed rapidly after the release of “Killers of the Flower Moon,” directed by Martin Scorsese. In the film, she plays Mollie, the wife of Ernest, portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio. The two actors formed a strong bond, with DiCaprio allowing her to revise scenes and providing support during filming.

Since the release of “Killers of the Flower Moon,” Gladstone has experienced a whirlwind of industry events, including interviews and appearances at various events. She has also addressed criticism from fellow Indigenous actor Devery Jacobs, who criticized the film for not portraying Osage characters with “honor.” Gladstone responded by encouraging Indigenous women and youth to see the film and process their emotions, emphasizing that they are not alone in their experiences.