Apesanahkwat (born January 19, 1949) is a Native American tribal leader, activist, father, and a film and television actor.
He is known for playing American Indian roles in such films and television series as Wind River, Northern Exposure, Stolen Women, Captured Hearts, Bagdad Cafe, and Babylon 5.
As chairman, Apesanahkwat has also presented the Menominee tribe at a congress level, such as the "Indian Tribal Conflict Resolution, Tort Claims and Risk Management Act of 1998."
This event was meant to spread awareness of the importance of preserving Indian culture though language.
Being the keynote speaker, Apesanahkwat called to action his community, stating the importance of giving back the Indian people their voice.