Elaine Miles
American actress
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Elaine Miles
Elaine Miles is an American actress known for her role as Marilyn Whirlwind in the television series Northern Exposure. Born on April 7, 1960, in Pendleton, Oregon, Miles is of Cayuse/Nez Perce ancestry. She spent her early years on the Umatilla Indian Reservation and later moved to Renton, Washington. Despite having no previous acting experience, Miles was offered the role of Marilyn Whirlwind after being spotted in the waiting room at an audition. She gained recognition for her portrayal of a Tlingit woman and made efforts to ensure cultural accuracy in her performance. In addition to acting, Miles is also a prize-winning traditional dancer and possesses skills in storytelling, beading, pottery, and weaving.
Elaine Miles ranks #26,880 most popular person with a Buzz Score of 0.1. Elaine Miles peaked at #12,073 of all time (Jan 9 - Feb 7, 2024). Elaine Miles ranks #13,640 over the past 365 days.



