Rudy Youngblood
Native American, of Comanche, Cree and Yaqui descent. Native name is Tee-Dee-Nae. Previously worked at construction jobs. Was selected from a general casting call to play the leading role of Jaguar Paw in the film Apocalypto (2006) by director Mel Gibson. Learned the Yucatec Maya language for his role in Apocalypto (2006). A Native dancer who has performed with the American Indian Dance Theater.
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Who is Rudy Youngblood?+
He is a Native American actor and dancer of Comanche, Cree, and Yaqui heritage known for his breakout performance in the film Apocalypto.
What is Rudy Youngblood known for?+
He is best known for his intense lead role as Jaguar Paw in Mel Gibson's 2006 film Apocalypto.
What other work has Rudy Youngblood done?+
Before his acting career, he toured as a dancer with the American Indian Dance Theater and has appeared in various action films including Hell on the Border and Attrition.
