Kaniehtiio Horn

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Kaniehtiio Horn born?November 8, 1986
2. Where was Kaniehtiio Horn born?Kahnawake, Quebec, Canada
3. What is the career?Actress and filmmaker
4. What is the family?Daughter of political activist Kahn-Tineta Horn and half-sibling of athlete Waneek Horn-Miller
5. Who is Kaniehtiio Horn?Kaniehtiio Horn is a Canadian First Nations actress and filmmaker from the Kahnawake Mohawk territory. She was born on November 8, 1986.
6. What TV show made her famous?She became well known for playing Tanis in the Canadian comedy series Letterkenny. Her performance earned her two Canadian Screen Awards.

Kahnawake Mohawk Nation: A self-governing First Nations community in Quebec, Canada, with a distinct cultural and political identity.
Filmmaker: An individual who conceives, produces, and directs films, often involving creative and technical expertise.
Indigenous Narratives: Stories, perspectives, and experiences originating from Indigenous peoples, often reflecting their history, culture, and contemporary realities.
Canadian Screen Awards: Prestigious awards recognizing excellence in Canadian film, television, and digital media.