Sheri Foster (born October 19, 1957) is an American

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and registered member of the Cherokee nation from Texas. Her theatre experiences include ''The Independence of Eddie Rose'', ''Death of a Miner'', ''God of Vengeance'', and touring with the Native American Theater group ''Mystic Voices''. Her film work includes ''

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'' (for which she was honored with a Best Supporting Actress Award from

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), ''Naturally Native'', ''Secondhand Heart'', and ''Shouting Secrets''. TV credits include '' House'', ''Crazy Horse'', ''Coyote Waits'', and ''

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''.

Personal life

Born in Texas in 1957, Foster is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation.

Filmography

References

External links

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"Native Voices"
''Native Voices Artists Ensemble'',

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Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' Has Two Native American Actors
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