Updated On: 05 January, 2021 12:00 AM IST | Vancouver | ANI
Taran Kootenhayoo was named as a Star to Watch at the Whistler Film Festival in 2018 and earned the Most Promising Newcomer trophy at the Jessie Theatre Awards a year later.

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Canadian Indigenous actor and artist Taran Kootenhayoo who was famous for his role in the indie drama `Bella Ciao` has passed away on December 31, as reported by the Hollywood Reporter on Monday.
The cause of death has not been mentioned. Indigenous streetwear maker Section 35, for which the actor modeled its latest fashions, was the first to announce Kootenhayoo`s death on its Instagram account on Jan. 1: "Creator called a legend home. We love you and you will be missed. Rest in Power Brother."