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Kevin Costner Honors Late “Dances With Wolves” Co-star Graham Greene
Actor Kevin Costner paid tribute to his Dances With Wolves co-star Graham Greene, who passed away on Monday at the age of 73. In a touching Instagram post, Costner shared a clip from the film and reflected on Greene’s dedication to learning the Lakota language for his role as Kicking Bird. He praised Greene’s Oscar-nominated performance and called him “a master at work and a wonderful human being.”
Costner specifically highlighted a scene where, with minimal dialogue, Greene powerfully conveyed the complex relationship between Dunbar (Costner’s character) and the Native American tribe. He expressed gratitude for having witnessed Greene’s talent and contribution to the film’s legacy.
Fans responded to Costner’s post with an outpouring of condolences, sharing their appreciation for Greene’s work and the impact of Dances With Wolves.
Greene’s agent confirmed that the actor’s passing followed a lengthy illness. In addition to his iconic role in Dances With Wolves, Greene’s career spanned decades and included roles in films like Maverick, Die Hard With a Vengeance, and the Twilight Saga films New Moon and Breaking Dawn – Part 2.