Though he follows in the growing tradition of rappers turned actors, this strikingly handsome and sleekly muscular performer does not hail from the 'hood. Litefoot recited his rhymes and gave motivational talks as an inspirational rapper performing at Native American reservations and schools before making his acting debut as the co-star of "The Indian in the Cupboard" (1995). This charming children's fantasy told the story of a young boy who learns a series of life lessons after he unexpectedly brings his three-inch tall plastic Indian to life by placing it in a magic cupboard. Conscious of
Composed a rap for his sister's band; began rapping when they asked him to perform his composition
1992
Gave concerts promoting cultural awareness at Native American reservations and schools throughout the US (dates approximate)
1994
Performed in Rome, Italy as part of "The Feather, The Flute, The Drum", a Native American cultural festival that was part of a larger tribute to the American West organized in part by the American Indian College Fund (AICF)
1994
Recommended by the AICF when producers of "The Indian in the Cupboard" asked them for a recommendation for a Native American actor to star in their film
