Paulina Alexis

Paulina Jewel Alexis, also known as Wǎgíyaŋ Čížaŋ or Young Eagle, is a Canadian actress born on September 10, 2000. She gained recognition for her portrayal of Willie Jack in the TV series Reservation Dogs (2021–2023). Alexis won the Independent Spirit Award for Best Ensemble Cast in a New Scripted Series in 2022 and received a nomination for the Critics' Choice Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 2023. Hailing from the Alexis Nakota Sioux First Nation in Alberta, Canada, she is a proud Indigenous First Nations actress. Alexis has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry with her talent and achievements.