Born September 4, 1969 in Porcupine, South Dakota, USA. Most of all, I just wish for a little bit of ease. So in a perfect world, what if she were to come back? He also owns cattle, which he just moved a few weeks after weaning them from their mothers. Hes done work for brands such as Ed Hardy, and he is quite proud of the work he does. His band is all about combining a sense of traditional Native American drumming with instruments that many might define as more contemporary. Did the 1923 story of Teonna Rainwater stem from Taylor Sheridan wanting to show the origins of the Rainwater family and Broken Rock tribe? But for us, we didnt view them as prison camps. Honestly, I feel like he's my little brother in real life. Country music is the lifeblood of Whiskey Riff, and we pride ourselves on standing firmly in the corner of the independent artists, and those few in the mainstream still doing it the right way. Nieves: Ive got some theories, Mo. I felt so safe with everyone there, with Mo, with Birdie, with Ben [Richardson, director] that I could just go up to them and be like, Hey, I need five minutes. Heres the synopsis from a Paramount+ press release: Founded when Comanches still ruled West Texas, no ranch in America is more steeped in the history of the West than the 6666. Mo Brings Plenty is an actor, horse stunt rider, rancher, and American Indian storyline consultant. We have to be able to find a way to allow people to heal so that way we can begin to figure out our [current] situations and our circumstances and most importantly, find a space to be able to work together. When I met her, I couldnt tell [she was nervous]. For me, that was something that drew me to [the show], and something that made me a little nervous about it. He was born on 4 September 1969, on the Pine Ridge Reservation, in South Dakota. It was a reunion, for me personally. You talk of the support you had, including from Mo. And she could breathe. You're feeling so many emotions run through your veins. But the official Yellowstone Twitter account shared an interesting fact about this homey scene. Like Aminah, I had my hesitations because I was revisiting different places and moments in my life, where I wasnt sure if I wanted to reopen those wounds. Official Sites, View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro, <= Native Talent - American Indian / First Nation Males =>, First Nation and indigenous people's Actors/Actresses, Sara Ann Brings Plenty And they wouldnt have showed themselves if I didnt feel grounded., In order to create a safe set, particularly around the scenes of violence, 1923 enlisted an intimacy coordinator and turned to Yellowstone star and cultural consultant Mo Brings Plenty, who was present for all of Nieves scenes. Listen to the full podcast with Jefferson White, AKA Jimmy Hurdstrom, below: The podcast is available everywhere. Teonna's journey on 1923 comes as the U.S. government is undergoing a real-life reckoning about the country's systematic abuse of Native and Indigenous children through the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative. [3], Brings Plenty is concerned about providing accurate representations of Native peoples in mass media. Thats really what it boils down to for me. It's a well-worded synopsis for an entertainment role that sadly isn't as prevalent as it could or should be, though well-earned strides have been made in recent years to bring more Indigenous creators and performers into TV and streaming productions. Both of those scenes, they were very difficult ones to be with. And be aware and conscious of the boundary that you dont want to cross.. And not just our stories but all peoples stories. Every character in there is so amazing to follow, and just making sure we can maintain the spiritual capture that Aminah and others have brought to the screen. What it did for me was it fueled me to become more of what [the children at those schools] were told they could no longer be. Brings Plenty: You know, I really havent been paying attention, because Im so involved in so many other things in everyday life that I dont have time to indulge myself with whats going on in the media. Or prison number, however you want to look at it. Have you, Mo? Because I think to a mass amount of people, we still dont exist. Because today, no one is absolutely saying that we cant be Indian except for ourselves. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? Aminah, what type of research did you do to supplement what you already knew about the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative? We have to be able to find a way to allow people to heal so that way we can begin to figure out our [current] situations and our circumstances and most importantly, find a space to be able to work together. Apparently, the trio works together as the Geese + Duck Rescue A-Team.. Why not become that again? And Ive done it with all shows where I looked at a forgotten part of the American experience., With Yellowstone I had built out this backstory of where the Dutton family came from and with 1932 I chose that moment in time to peek back in because youre seeing the children we met in 1883 now attempting to raise another generation of Dutton at a time of the wild west is becoming a playground for the elite from the East.. She knows what shes doing and so I can just see a lot of that. We need a shipper name for Pete and Teonna. Where are our indigenous people, people who are proud of who they are?" Then it hit me, they are right. On Whiskey Riff Raff, Steve Gazibara and Wes Langeler give an unfiltered and unapologetic take on country music, life, and all the craziness that comes with it. [2] His wife is Sara Ann Haney-Brings Plenty. And I look at what we have today. As per reports, Mo Brings Plenty has an estimated net worth of $400,000 in September 2021. Do you two know anything yet about season two, have you had conversations with Taylor Sheridan about where your stories will go? And Mo, he's a storyteller and he shared so much with me. And they wouldnt have showed themselves if I didnt feel grounded. We love to see some wholesome family bonding, especially in a rough and tumble show like Yellowstone. The bond between the three on-screen makes much more sense now and adds a really great personal touch to the show. Nieves: My grandpa, when he was actually sick in the hospital, he told that to my little sister. Hes also modeled for John Yaegar. His relatives long passed are an intrinsic part of everything he does: every decision he makes and everywhere he goes.As an actor, Mo is best known in his self-titled role as "Mo Brings Plenty," Chief Thomas Rainwater's enforcer on the Taylor Sheridan/ViacomCBS record-breaking juggernaut series Yellowstone. She was calm and collected. Brings Plenty (b. And I take great pride and honor in knowing that our faces are being seen and that our voices are being heard during 1923 and beyond. In a brief scene, we see his wife making paper bag lunches for Mo and his teenage son. A mindset. Pam Grier reflects on her most iconic roles, from Coffy to Jackie Brown. The name Moses Brings Plenty is one you know if you are as equally obsessed with Yellowstone, as the rest of us. Can you talk about how familiar you are with a story like Teonnas and how that helped you tell this story? I can tell you what a bar of soap tastes like. Yellowstone: Mo Brings Plentys Real Family Made Appearance in Season 4 Episode 3. Im also curious to hear your thoughts on the conversation around who can claim Native identity, and if you feel that 1923 has influenced that conversation as its been airing. It is very enlightening to know that we are finally gaining some traction and support. this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Leenah and I are just so grateful for him and Birdie, and for everyone [in] the crew. present). All Rights Reserved. NIEVES: It's an honor to just tell her story. Its a lifestyle. So, we have to allow the audience to witness. We need to have a place to allow our children to flourish, side by side. She's one of the students of the church-run boarding school who suffers abuse at the hands of those who are meant to protect her. Brings Plenty (b. Hes the right-hand man to Gil Birminghams Chairman Thomas Rainwater, who is always looking for a way to take on the infamous John Dutton (Kevin Costner) and his family ranch. The talented actor lends himself to the role of Mo, and youll know him by the name Mo Brings Plenty. From Texas to Tennessee, Appalachia to Bakersfield, Whiskey Riff is THE unapologetic voice of the country music fan. NIEVES: That was real. His traditional name -- given to him as a young boy -- is Ta Sunke Wospapi ("catches his horse"); it befits a man who spends more time on his horses than anywhere else. With cultural diversity, we're able to begin this whole mending and healing process. Pam Grier reflects on her most iconic roles, from, a real-life reckoning about the country's systematic abuse of Native and Indigenous children, Kevin Costner finally gets to deliver Golden Globes speech from the comfort of his bed. ", Last edited on 12 February 2023, at 12:40, "Brule' a unique special Branson entertainment experience. EW spoke to Nieves and Yellowstone star Mo Brings Plenty who serves as the American Indian Affairs Coordinator for his show and 1923 about how it felt to depict such an ugly part of our nation's history, Teonna's budding romance with Pete (who's played by Mo's nephew! All I have to say is, it's about . Moses J. [4], In addition to doing some theater work in Nebraska, he also portrayed an Apache warrior in the 2011 science fiction western film Cowboys & Aliens. Brings Plenty, who plays Mo on the flagship series, explains why 1923 couldnt shy away from the horrifying reality of Teonnas plight: If you want to walk beside Taylor Sheridan, hes so fearless that you, too, have to be courageous to do what needs to be done and tell these stories in a good way. actor. The actor also boasts an important role behind the scenes as well, serving as the American Indian Affairs Coordinator for both Yellowstone and its spinoff 1923, which recently wrapped its first season on Paramount+ with a brutal, if somehow still hopeful, temp conclusion for Aminah Nieves Teonna Rainwater until the already confirmed second season arrives. According to Hollywood Reporter, the new series will take place during The Great Depression: The show will follow a new generation of Duttons during the time of Western expansion, Prohibition and the Great Depression..