Despite being a favorite to win the lead actress award for her performance in “Killers of the Flower Moon”, Gladstone walked away from the 96th Academy Awards empty-handed. However, the actor remained positive in the face of disappointment, choosing to focus on the love and support she has received from her friends, family, and fans. In a heartfelt message shared on Monday, Gladstone expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of affection and encouragement she has received, showing that her gracious spirit shines both on and off the screen.
The following text expresses a feeling of love and gratitude towards Indian Country. It was shared on X (formerly known as Twitter) by an unknown person. The author wrote, “Feeling the love big time today, especially from Indian Country. Kittō”kuniikaakomimmō”po’waw ― seriously, I love you all.” This message was accompanied by a heartfelt expression of love towards the community.
In addition to this, the author also mentioned an interesting incident related to the Oscars ceremony. As per the author’s account, while leaving the Dolby Theater, she walked by the big Oscar statue and gave it a little “Coup tap”, counting it as one. It seems like the author was quite excited about being at the Oscars and had a lot of fun.
However, the author’s joy was bittersweet as she lost the lead actress award to Emma Stone, who won for her outstanding performance in “Poor Things.” Despite this setback, the author remained positive and continued to express her gratitude towards her supporters from Indian Country.
The actor who played a role in “Killers of the Flower Moon”, a film directed by Martin Scorsese, has made history by being the first Native American to be nominated for an Oscar in the acting category. She is of Blackfeet and Nez Perce ancestry and portrayed the character of Mollie Burkhart in the movie. The film is based on a true story of the strategic murders of members of the Osage Nation who were targeted to gain access to their oil-rich land in Oklahoma during the early 20th century. The actor delivered an outstanding performance in the movie, which earned her the nomination for the prestigious award.
In a recent article published on X, the author, Gladstone, expressed her admiration for the breathtaking performance of the Oscar-nominated song “Wahzhazhe (A Song for My People)”, which was sung by Scott George and the Osage Singers on Sunday. She went on to describe the powerful impact of the performance, stating that “When watching the Osage Singers at the Oscars, my inner voice said ‘They’re the ones bringing us all up on stage tonight, that’s how it should be.’” She also expressed her appreciation for the rich history behind the film and the moment, acknowledging that they rightfully belong to the Osage Nation. According to Gladstone, being close enough to hear the beat of the drum during the performance was a true honor.
Throughout this year’s award season, actress Lily Gladstone has been at the forefront of attention due to her historic wins at both the Golden Globes and the Screen Actors Guild Awards. What stands out about Gladstone’s accomplishments is her unwavering commitment to center and honor the Osage Nation in her work.
In an interview with “Good Morning America” in January, Gladstone shared that she made a conscious effort to be on the Osage reservation for the Oscar nomination announcement. She was elated to learn that she had earned the historic nod during a FaceTime call with her parents.
During the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Academy Award-winning actress Emma Stone gave a special shoutout to Gladstone during her emotional acceptance speech. Stone expressed admiration for Gladstone’s work and said, “Lily, I share this with you. I’m in awe of you. And it has been an honor to do all of this together.”
Overall, Gladstone’s dedication to her craft and to honoring marginalized communities has made her a standout figure in this year’s award season, and her impact is sure to be felt for years to come.
