MISTY UPHAM

Misty Anne Upham was a Native American actress whose critically acclaimed performance in the film, Frozen River, won her various accolades. This includes a nomination from the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Female. Other notable film works for the actress include Django Unchained and August: Osage County. She also received posthumous credit for the film, Within, which was released in 2015. Misty played alongside some of the bests in Hollywood.

However, despite the success she attained in the entertainment industry, she had a rough childhood and beginnings nobody could think of. Sadly, Misty passed away on October 5, 2014. She was discovered at the bottom of a cliff more than a week after she was reported missing. Controversy still surrounds the case and was covered in the documentary, 11 Days – The Search for Misty Upham. Until today, Misty’s family is still searching for answers and justice for her controversial and mysterious demise.