22-Year-Old First-Time Nominee D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai Makes History at Emmys with Powerful Statement

Sep 16, 2024, 01:14 AM

D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, a 22-year-old first-time Emmy nominee, made history as the first Indigenous actor to be nominated in any lead acting category. At the 2024 Emmys, he walked the red carpet with a red handprint over his mouth to raise awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous women. This powerful statement was in solidarity with the cause and highlighted the ongoing issue of violence against Indigenous women. The cast and crew of 'Reservation Dogs,' including Sterlin Harjo, Tazbah Chavez, Bobby Wilson, Zahn McClarnon, Lane Factor, Dallas Goldtooth, Sarah Podemski, Dylan Brodie, and Migizi Pensoneau, also attended the event.