D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai's Powerful Emmy Tribute to Missing Indigenous Women

At the 2024 Emmy Awards, D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai made a powerful statement on the red carpet, drawing attention to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) movement. Wearing a bold red handprint across his mouth, the Reservation Dogs star honored the voices of thousands of Indigenous women who have been silenced through violence, abduction, and murder. The red handprint has become a symbol of the MMIW movement, representing not only the missing sisters but also the systemic silence of media and law enforcement in addressing this ongoing crisis.

Woon-A-Tai, nominated for his role as Bear Smallhill, has been a vocal advocate for Indigenous communities, emphasizing the importance of Native people reclaiming their stories. By bringing the MMIW symbol to the Emmy stage, he used his platform to shine a spotlight on this critical issue and push for justice. Over 80% of Native women experience violence in their lifetimes, and this movement calls for an end to the negligence and lack of action surrounding these tragic cases.

Watch this video to learn more about D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai’s meaningful act of advocacy, the significance of the red handprint, and the MMIW movement’s fight for justice and visibility.

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