Geraldine Keams

Geraldine Keams (born August 19, 1951) is an American actress known for her work in numerous television series, often playing maternal roles. She is a member of the Navajo Nation. Keams was born on August 19, 1951, in Flagstaff, Arizona, and was raised on the Navajo reservation. She studied drama and film at the University of Arizona before moving to New York City to pursue theater. In New York, she wrote and performed with Hanay Geiogamah's Native American Theater Ensemble at La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club. She has appeared in television series and continues to be a respected figure in the industry.