Lily Gladstone, the breakout star of “Killers of the Flower Moon,” was on the cusp of making history as the first Native-American actress to win the Best Actress Academy Award. Although the award went to Emma Stone for her role in “Poor Things,” Gladstone remains a pioneering figure as the first Native-American actress nominated for an Academy Award. Her career is flourishing with a variety of exciting projects, including serving on Greta Gerwig’s jury at Cannes and starring in the film “Fancy Dance,” which is set for a limited release and streaming on Apple TV+ in the future.
Despite her groundbreaking achievements, Gladstone does not limit her roles to her Native-American identity. “I am having conversations about doing things that have some levity,” Gladstone told Empire Magazine. She is excited about upcoming projects like ‘The Memory Police,’ adapted by Charlie Kaufman, and an ensemble romantic comedy. Gladstone's expanding opportunities reflect growing Native representation in the media. As she aptly noted, “Native performers are showing up in any role in any genre or budget,” underscoring the evolving landscape of diversity in Hollywood.