He is a stage and screen actor, horse stuntman, and producer, and is best known for his role as "Mo" on the hit series "Yellowstone," and for his portrayal of "Ottawa Jones . Seeing them so excited to share these stories and knowing that it's possible, and to know that we're still here that's what stuck out to me. What were those early conversations like, were they welcoming you into the Yellowstone fold? I havent given any thought to the character of Mo himself [in Yellowstone]. The fine line is so fine that, at times, you have to double-check to make sure youre near it. '1923' star Aminah Nieves and 'Yellowstone' actor Mo Brings Plenty, who works as the American Indian Affairs Coordinator for both shows, discuss Teonna's story of boarding school abuse and the . Mo Brings Plenty is an enrolled Lakota who hails from the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. I wanted to get it right., Nieves credits her mother for ultimately pushing her to tackle the role, which carries with it generations of trauma. On a more positive note, you walk on set each day and you're surrounded by a bunch of Indigenous youth, and I'm surrounded by incredible Indigenous actors playing all these roles. Could this be Chief Rainwaters grandmother and grandfather? Go to Appearance > Customize > Subscribe Pop-up to set this up. Aminah, you have also said you felt there needed to be a payoff for Teonna in the end. BRINGS PLENTY: In that role what it means is we have to make sure that we're accurate as far as the time period that we're in, and on a cultural level what we can show and yet still keep the protection over the original ceremonies. Sara is an actress whose appearance in Yellowstone made people notice and talk about her. And can you explain what it involves? Well, we assume he will be back in Season 5 after learning that season five is happening and the fact that he spoiler alert is alive and well at the end of season four. My first reaction was [squeals], "She kisses a boy!" Given everything Teonna went through this season, what was the most challenging scene for you to film? On June 25, 1876, Native American forces, led by Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull, would defeat the U.S. Army troops of General George Armstrong Custer. [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. But the actress says what she conjured up was something different: Its ancestors moving constantly one at a time, moving and doing it with me. But above all, he is a man who wholeheartedly believes in human kindness, and he trusts the good in humanity still exists and feels it just needs to be dusted off a bit. We need to have a place to allow our children to flourish, side by side. Why not become that again? She's exhausted. Last night, during Yellowstone Season 4 Episode 3, fans got a heartwarming glimpse into Mos personal life on the Broken Rock Reservation. And Michael Spears, too he was so giddy and enthusiastic as well. All I can say is that I hope Im incredibly grateful for the work weve gotten to do so far, incredibly proud all I can say as an actor is job security is very rare and very precious so I wanna play this character as long as theyll let me. Personal Life: Who Is His Wife? The Brings Plenty family certainly has their fair share of four-legged creatures. Brings Plenty, 53, was born and raised on the Pine Ridge Reservation, in South Dakota though his mother is from the Cheyenne River Reservation and he has relatives on the Rosebud Reservation, also both in South Dakota. MO BRINGS PLENTY: It was amazing to see him get involved and be part of a very, very strong storyline in the life of Teonna Rainwater. How could we improve it? Mos wife and son are played by his real-life family! the account live-tweeted during the premiere last night: Mo's wife and son are played by his real-life family! A RIFF on what makes the great outdoorsgreat. His name is one he shares with his descendant Brings Plenty who was a warrior. Brings Plenty, who plays Mo on the flagship series, explains why 1923 couldn't shy away from the horrifying reality of Teonna's plight: "If you want to walk beside Taylor Sheridan, he's so. Its a choice. I want to watch it, Im very excited to watch it. The entire finale episode is incredible. And it gave her a chance for her child self to show. Its our duty to tell these stories and to share these stories. Moses J. And be aware and conscious of the boundary that you dont want to cross. Lets hope that rumor is true. So for me, it was just to get the message out in a good way and with accuracy. So I have no answer for that. Rant with us. Maybe Petonna? He knows better than any of us.. What I do is I make sure that we are accurate with the period and language. Brings Plenty. But Ive heard stories, personally. Were all human beings at the end of the day. And so Im fond of doing what we have done, because Taylor understands. I wasn't expecting it. NIEVES: I think it's a tie between the scene when she kills Sister Mary, and the scene when Hank gets shot. In this Yellowstone prequel starring Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren, the Dutton family fights to hang onto their ranch during the rise of Western expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression. They go through the action moments with us about 10 to 30 minutes before we go on. Most of all, I just wish for a little bit of ease. Aminah, what do you want to see happen for her in season 2? This isnt just for you, this is for all of us. | It was just a great, positive energy between the three of them it was a trifecta of greatness. You recently said your grandfather shared how he related to Teonna. 1 drama, airs Sundays at. 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. And I understand where a lot of people come from. With cultural diversity, we're able to begin this whole mending and healing process. Were still here.. But in reality, it's not over. But I was. I had a nun oh my gosh, I will never forget her. "Project Lighthouse brings warmth to those on the reservation. But Ben, the crew, everyone was so amazing, that it was reassuring that were not in this alone. Oglala Lakota actor, drummer, singer, and model from the United States. Know it is the land that is killing you. What makes you want to tell these stories, even if its within a show that has white and nonwhite characters? I loved the budding romance between Teonna and Pete. He likes to work on his ranch alongside his wife, and he likes to immerse himself in the things that are most important to him. Earlier this year, in June, the actor posted a photo that featured his wife, Sara Ann, their son Jernyce, and a woman named Shelly. Really, the beautiful thing about this show and crew is, if we needed a moment, we could take as long as we needed. But I set out to learn even more. Generally, in the United States, actors make between $25,180 to $58,580 annually. While he prefers peace, Mo is not someone you want to mess with. 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. The duo also appeared as husband and wife in Season 4 of Yellowstone. Its been everywhere. Mo Brings Plenty (Moses J. ", Nieves says she's "thankful" to be telling Teonna's story in a year when American leaders are taking accountability for the country's abusive schools. Nieves: She kind of just broke down the first time I recorded that scene with her. 2,219 Followers, 109 Following, 31 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Sara Ann Haney Brings Plenty & Mo Brings Plenty (@brings_plenty) From Austin Butler and Cate Blanchett to a potential Best Supporting Actress toss-up, see who EW thinks will win at the 2023 Oscars. Subscribe for full access to The Hollywood Reporter. Cole Hauser and Mo Brings Plenty, who plays Rip Wheeler and Mo, respectively, took the Golden Globes stage to present the awards for Best Actress and Best Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology, or . To be able to share our dialogue, 90 percent of our dialogue, in Crow in this show it's so special. this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. And neither will our own children. Community content is available under CC-BY-SA unless otherwise noted. In that moment when she kind of buries her head on the priest's body, I think that was a flashback to Sister Mary, and also a moment of, "How could you do this to Hank?" You ready for em? Brings Plenty (b. Then we come to March somehow, and then we go to July. Mo is a Yellowstone character played by Mo Brings Plenty. ", Last edited on 12 February 2023, at 12:40, "Brule' a unique special Branson entertainment experience. actor. Im just taking it day by day. Leenah and I are just so grateful for him and Birdie, and for everyone [in] the crew. He's proven himself a capable enforcer on more than one occasion. ), and what may be on the horizon for her in season 2. His Yellowstone character lives on a reservation and works alongside his chairman to help provide the reservation with more while also taking away the abundance of land that John Duttons ancestors took from their tribe. Cole Hauser and Mo Brings Plenty, who plays Rip Wheeler and Mo, respectively, took the Golden Globes stage to present the awards for Best Actress and Best Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology, or . Ive never heard that from him before, so even hearing it from his mouth while he was sick, and that last thing (getting emotional) it hit. Rez Bomb has been part on the international film festival circuit instead of playing strictly to Native American film festivals, which is a major breakthrough for Native cinema. If people really want to understand more of it, then look up the treaties. Is there a timeline of when you shoot season two? The working title of the upcoming spinoff is simply 6666(also much like1883). Moses Brings Plenty was born on the Pine Ridge Reservation, in South Dakota. And not until the end of the finale, titled Nothing Left to Lose, was it revealed that after everything she has endured she is a survivor. The most important thing about his work in his minds eye is being able to accurately portray his native people. We call him my mini-me. What does it feel like to have the U.S. government finally take accountability for these systemic abuses of Indigenous people? Aminah Nieves as Teonna Rainwater in '1923' (Inset: Mo Brings Plenty), Aminah Nieves as Teonna Rainwater (right) with Jennifer Ehle as Sister Mary in, Mo Brings Plenty, who grew up in the Lakota Nation, as Mo in, Teonna (Nieves) at the boarding school depicted in. And that anguished scream she lets out when Hank is killed it sounded like it came from the depths of her soul. I went on set every chance I could when I wasn't working, and I witnessed Helen Mirren, and Harrison Ford, and Timothy Dalton. She was in tears and said, You have to do this. Because I was still so hesitant. I think about the children and the importance of them at least having something that would give them some type of acknowledgment of their bloodlines and of their existence, but also maybe an inspiration to get involved in their cultural identity. "I have this Forrest Gump-ian way of touching something and it becomes a hit!" Snatched from her family and forcibly enrolled in a prison-like Catholic boarding school run by the cruel and exacting Father Renaud (Sebastian Roch), Teonna endured physical beatings, sexual assault, and other forms of dehumanizing abuse. AMINAH NIEVES: You want my honest first reaction? ", "Dance troupe brings old and new to performance. For all the reasons that Yellowstone still sticks out as an episodic drama, even in the midst of an overstuffed TV-scape, one that stands to be the most meaningful is the neo-westerns inclusion of indigenous culture and characters. And, its accurate. However, what do you really know about Mo Brings Plenty? In that respect, he spoke very supportively of his role in maintaining authenticity within Taylor Sheridan's storytelling. He was also part of the Native American new-age band Brul. I asked a lot of different elders from different tribes around Turtle Island, and not just my family or one specific [tribe]. He is the driver and assistant of Thomas Rainwater . When it comes to. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Teonna (Nieves) with Hank (Michael Greyeyes), who helps reunite her with her father after her escape. My entire family now watches, and theyre obsessed, but I still havent. NIEVES: That was real. 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. 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Its my brothers son, but I look to him as a son, too. Mo Brings Plenty has shared brief snippets of his family before on his personal Instagram page. For as dark and tragic as Teonna's storyline is throughout Season 1, it appears as if there may be some brighter moments going into the second season. Tiffany and her husband are the proud parents of four children in her free time. Moviegoers can now catch him playing "Shep Wauneka" in the newly released Jurassic World Dominion (2022) and as "Ottawa Jones" in Showtime's Peabody award-winning limited series The Good Lord Bird (2021). Because some of the things that Teonna was doing I was actually doing. It was a surreal moment. People tell me April, and then I hear August. So, yes. And so our people said, OK, we just want to live in peace. But we were confined into these reservations, aka prison camps. He is best known for his portrayal as "Mo" in the television series Yellowstone. Because you dont get to see her as a child. Michelle Shining Elk, Other Works Aminah, were you familiar with the language or did you have to learn it? He acted in Rez Bomb, considered to be the first movie with a universal storyline set on a reservation. Thats where Im at with all of it. My theory isnt about Teonna. There's a huge movement now encouraging diversity, but that [discussion about] diversity is only [focusing on] the skin color. Aminah Nieves: I wasnt familiar at all, actually! It is very enlightening to know that we are finally gaining some traction and support. Out of respect and honor for those who have come before us, Mo knows we have a profound obligation to leave a livable planet for those who will follow after we are gone, and he starts and ends every day, with thoughts of how he and we can make the world a better place while we are here.When Mo isn't working as an actor, he can be found ranching or seeking ways to give back to his Lakota communities and Indian Country -- ways that include preserving culture, tradition and seeking cultural truth in diversity. Everyone was very aware of what we were doing, and I think they were very spiritually aware, too, of what was being conjured and brought up, which made us feel that much safer to go there. Brings Plenty: You know, I live with the concept Im a realist that if you do not witness something, then it cant be true. I think that really helped. 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. And I have a great deal of respect for her and people who take the time to represent us; its so vital and important. [1] He is a direct descendant of Brings Plenty, an Oglala Lakota warrior who fought in the Battle of Little Big Horn. When I met her, I couldnt tell [she was nervous]. Nieves: Its a loose-ended theory. 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. This is for all Indigenous communities. Teonna murders the nuns who abused her and escapes, heading on foot through the wilderness where she contends with wolves and men sent on horseback to find and return her to the head priest. The median salary of an actor is around $40,860 per year. All of this is horrifying, its a horrifying story. And she could hug someone who feels familiar. Mo is an adviser, enforcer, and driver for Broken Rock Tribe leader Thomas Rainwater. Without any doubt, he earns a reasonable sum from his films and series. But the writer/director has shined a light on a far more directly violent and damaging piece of history through Teonnas deadly horror movie arc tied to the indoctrination-geared boarding school where seemingly everyone in charge gets off on physical abuse. Here's how he put it: What was most important to me was to support the storyline that [1923 creator] Taylor had written. Brings Plenty appeared Thursday on Morning in America ahead of the "Yellowstone" season finale . Aminah Nieves Says Mo Brings Plenty Was A Light Through 1923's Intense Scenes Carolyn Jenkins 4 days ago Betrayal and violence are commonplace in Taylor Sheridan's "Yellowstone" universe, but the. Thats why I braid my hair. In a brief scene, we see his wife making paper bag lunches for Mo and his teenage son. The actress, who plays Teonna Rainwater on the 'Yellowstone' prequel series, and Brings Plenty, an actor and cultural consultant on the franchise, speak to The Hollywood Reporter about capturing a horrifying history and bringing Indigenous stars to the forefront in the megahit Taylor Sheridan franchise. Below, in conversation with THR, Nieves and Brings Plenty detail the care that went into bringing Teonnas story to life, what they think about the promise of Teonnas final scene (including her romance with the character played by Mos nephew, Cole Brings Plenty), what they know about season two, and why they say they have to look to the past in order to preserve their present. 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. I'm thankful because these stories need to be shared with millions of people. We see Checkers, the party planner from the casino whos connected to the attacks on the Duttons, beaten and tied up. Can you talk about how familiar you are with a story like Teonnas and how that helped you tell this story? Yellowstone stars Cole Hauser and Mo Brings Plenty are set to represent the massively popular Western drama series at the 2023 Golden Globe Awards.The pair, who play Rip Wheeler and Mo (Thomas . But the game-changer for me to get involved and to get in-depth in all of it was the fact that, if we dont tell these stories, then society will not know what weve been through. Its a story that needs to be told, but thats a lot to carry. So I think about a week after I got the call is when I was introduced to Mo and [cultural adviser] Birdie Real Bird. Nieves: It was a mix of both. Michael Spears told me on set that Crow nation has the highest population of native speakers, which is about 85 percent. In addition to the new arrivals, fan-favorite cast members Mo Brings Plenty (Mo) and Wendy Moniz (Governor Lynelle Perry) have been officially promoted to series regulars. People reach out to me saying, This has really helped me and my family talk about it more openly, and talk about it to our children. And even that is so huge, to be able to read or hear that from someone else. We had an incredible Crow elder, Birdie Real Bird, on set with us. The storyline in full is easily more disturbing than anything in the flagship series, made all the more so by its basis in reality, with Nieves humbly telling CinemaBlend that she initially didnt think it was within her to represent her family and culture through Teonnas story. Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. Cole Brings Plenty as Pete Plenty Clouds. Moses Brings Plenty was born on the Pine Ridge Reservation, in South Dakota. Though Teonna was eventually reunited with her father, Runs His Horse (Michael Spears), Hank was murdered by priests sent to track Teonna down. I can't wait to watch it. Broken Rock Tribe leader Thomas Rainwater's (Gil Birmingham) righthand man, Mo (played by Mo Brings Plenty) starts out as just a driver and bodyguard, but as the the series moves on, he becomes a significant player in the story. Life is still life. I didnt know about the Yellowstone universe, so I came into this a little blind. Let's start with recurring actors Mo Brings Plenty (a.k.a. Honestly, I dont. BRINGS PLENTY: It is inspiring. Mo Brings Plenty is happily married to Sara Ann Brings Plenty. She and Mo were introduced to us about a week before we got to Montana for cowboy camp. Brings Plenty: I always go to the concept that years ago, our way of prayer was banned. That ray of light surrounds Teonna Rainwater, the breakout Indigenous character on Taylor Sheridans Western saga played by Aminah Nieves. A Jamie? | Thats basically what they call it, enrollment. And of course, questions were asked. That was a surreal experience. He has played "Crazy Horse," "Sitting Bull," and many other historical Indian notables who have solidified their place in this Country's history. 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.. So, Im just really proud of Aminah and what shes done because I was a little nervous as well. The flute, for instance, is something they use in their music, and we imagine its quite good. 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. How would you rate this article? (Laughs.). When I found out about it, I got all giddy, too. A cold beer, hot grill and the great outdoors. Because, like I said before, its not just Aminah doing it. Yes, he is. There are so many things I wish for her. Mo Brings Plenty plays "Mo" on "Yellowstone. I remember the rulers. When we are born, we are enrolled. Nieves: No. Seeing that, seeing our faces be represented on such a grand scale, and seeing our voices be heard, I think that hit me the most. But its too fairy tale its not going to happen! 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. Photo Cr: Emerson Miller/Paramount+. Who is your favorite character? So what do you say can somebody get Taylor Sheridan on the line and give us a Mo spinoff? He will be back in Season 5. Entertainment Weekly is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation All Rights Reserved. Im stuck on that story. But thats in all aspects of life, so we just have to stay in the positive aspect of everything and continue to look at our children and see what we can do to continue to influence or inspire them. Mo, since you have the experience of doing this on Yellowstone and have tackled many Native storylines on that show, what do you make of some in the community saying that certain customs arent for sharing on TV? Brings Plenty: Taylor and the rest of the gang, they have great taste and they know what theyre looking for. It all happened so fast. A post shared by 1923 Official (@1923official) In addition to Nieves, Mo Brings Plenty had a massive part in the storyline of Indigenous Peoples in the early chapters of western expansion, not . It was a reunion, for me personally. Drink with us. As an actor, he has played bit parts in Hidalgo, Thunderheart, and Pirates of the Caribbean. Thanks for reading! While his character was born and raised on the reservation in Montana on Yellowstone, Mo was born and raised in South Dakota on the Pine Ridge Reservation. Brings Plenty, who plays Mo on the flagship series, explains why 1923 couldn't shy away from the horrifying reality of Teonna's plight: "If you want to walk beside Taylor Sheridan, he's so. 1.8K 211K views 2 years ago Mo has evolved past just being Rainwater's driver. Mo loves to post pictures of his horses, who he calls his family. To speculate some more, what do you want to see or explore? The three of them ride off to Wyoming, even though the priest (Sebastian Roch) and the men who are hunting her plan to meet them there by train. Can you tell us a little bit about what your responsibilities are in that role? Brings Plenty: Yeah. 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Barrett Emke for. As Mo Brings Plenty eloquently cites, today is the anniversary of a tipping point. Pam Grier reflects on her most iconic roles, from Coffy to Jackie Brown. She knows what shes doing and so I can just see a lot of that. Brings Plenty: Well, as the show has been airing and when we talk about the continent, there is the Indigenous concept of tribal descendants from any tribe in this continent, whether its North America, Central or South America. Discover Mo Brings Plenty's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. The MCUs tiniest heroes are kicking off its biggest phase yet, setting up the next several years of storytelling. Yellowstone season 5 is seeing its biggest cast expansion yet. And now we have to be prepared to be able to share who our ancestors once were not just then, but who we desire to be again in the whole process. We see Teonna suffer physical, sexual, and psychological abuse, all of which were common at these boarding schools. 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. Those familiar with the battle will know the strengths of those names and understand why Mo sees the world through the lens of the forces and sacrifices his family and ancestors made so that he could be here today. "Young people told me they dont see our people on TV. Nieves: More than anything, it gave everyone a chance to see her as a child. And on the other side with Hank, feeling that and seeing that happen in real time destroyed me. And she could breathe. [Laughs] If you're there for any of the filming, you witness everything real time, and everything is so real because everyone cares so much. 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. When viewers first meet the teenager of Crow descent, she is being physically, emotionally and sexually abused for her refusal to culturally assimilate, shining a bright light on the Indian boarding-school era when Native children were sent to government-funded schools run by the Catholic Church. Cole and his Yellowstone costar Mo Brings Plenty presented the awards for Best Actress and Best Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology, or TV Movie. Mo Brings Plenty has several hobbies, and those include saving horses who are running wild, he helps preserve his culture, he helps the youth who need it, and he is adamant about keeping the.