HEARTFELT NEWS: Anni-Frid Lyngstad Attends Funeral of Beloved Canadian Actor Graham Greene, Who Passed Away at 73
CANADA — The film and music worlds are united in grief following the death of acclaimed Canadian actor Graham Greene, who passed away at the age of 73 after a long illness. Known for unforgettable performances in films such as “The Green Mile,” “Thunderheart,” “Maverick,” and countless others, Greene’s passing has left a void in the hearts of fans worldwide. Among those who paid their respects at his funeral was Anni-Frid Lyngstad, the beloved star of ABBA, who revealed she quietly attended the service to honor a man she described as “a remarkable soul.”
Speaking softly after the funeral, Lyngstad shared her admiration for Greene. “Being there to say goodbye was an honor — his spirit will live on through the stories he gave us,” she said. Her presence at the ceremony highlighted how Greene’s influence reached far beyond film, touching artists of every discipline with his honesty, dignity, and commitment to his craft.
Greene first captured international attention with his Academy Award–nominated performance in “Dances With Wolves” (1990), where he played Kicking Bird, a compassionate Lakota holy man. The role was hailed for its depth and authenticity, breaking long-held stereotypes of Indigenous characters on screen and setting a new standard for Hollywood representation.
Over the decades, Greene built a career that spanned genres and generations. From the intensity of “Thunderheart” (1992) to the humor of “Maverick” (1994), from the blockbuster thrills of “Die Hard With a Vengeance” (1995) to the heartbreaking humanity of “The Green Mile” (1999), he consistently brought nuance and truth to every performance. In later years, he gained new admirers through appearances in “Skins,” “Transamerica,” “The Twilight Saga: New Moon,” “Wind River,” and as the voice of Rains Fall in the video game Red Dead Redemption II.
In June 2025, just months before his passing, Greene received the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award for Lifetime Artistic Achievement, Canada’s highest honor in the arts. The recognition was a fitting tribute to a man whose work elevated storytelling and inspired countless Indigenous and non-Indigenous performers alike.
For Anni-Frid Lyngstad, her attendance at his funeral was a personal gesture of respect. The ABBA star, now 79, has often spoken about how deeply she values artistry that carries integrity and emotional truth. Greene’s work, she said, embodied those qualities. “He gave the world characters we will never forget. His performances weren’t just roles — they were windows into the human soul.”
Fans around the world continue to mourn Greene’s passing, with tributes flooding social media from fellow actors, musicians, and admirers. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called him “a national treasure,” while Kevin Costner, who starred alongside Greene in Dances With Wolves, remembered him as “a true partner in storytelling whose presence will never be replaced.”
The sight of an international music legend like Anni-Frid Lyngstad quietly attending his funeral underscores the breadth of Greene’s impact. His artistry transcended borders and mediums, reminding the world that the most powerful legacies are not only in what is performed but in what is remembered.
Graham Greene’s funeral was a moment of collective sorrow, but also one of gratitude. His voice, his presence, and his humanity will continue to echo through the stories he told and the lives he touched. As Lyngstad so eloquently said, “His spirit will live on.”