Canadian Indigenous actor Wilma Pelly, who was best known for her role as Elsie Tsa Che on the CBC series North of 60, died in Calgary on Dec. 28. First role was in samurai filmBorn Wilma Episkenew in Fort Qu'Appelle, Sask., on March 5, 1937, Pelly was a member of the Muscowpetung Saulteaux First Nation. Pelly used to say the role was written for her because of Elsie's connection to her family and Indigenous culture. A still of Wilma Pelly from CBC News story about North of 60. Sending my condolences to the family, Cast and crew of the show North of 60 pic.twitter.com/JBiWHfvHmy —@tysonmatawapitCompounding health factors led to Pelly's death.

Source: CBC News January 01, 2021 02:58 UTC