A Flash of Beauty: Elaine Miles

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Elaine Miles, born on April 7, 1960, in Pendleton, Oregon, is a revered Native American actress of Cayuse and Nez Perce ancestry, widely acclaimed for her portrayal of Marilyn Whirlwind on the beloved television series "Northern Exposure." Her performance in the show earned her critical acclaim and positioned her as a significant figure in bringing Native American characters to mainstream television with depth, dignity, and authenticity. Beyond "Northern Exposure," Miles has contributed her talents to various projects, including appearances in "The Last of Us," showcasing her versatility and commitment to representing indigenous voices in the entertainment industry.
In addition to her acting career, Miles is deeply rooted in her cultural heritage and an advocate for environmental and indigenous rights. Her recent venture into sharing personal experiences brings a new and intriguing chapter to her public persona. Elaine has now opened up about her encounter with what she believes was Bigfoot, an experience that has not only deepened her connection to the natural world but also intertwined her story with the rich tapestry of indigenous mythology surrounding the legendary creature.
Elaine's decision to share her story comes at a time when interest in the intersections of culture, nature, and the unknown is at a peak. Her account transcends the typical celebrity encounter story, offering insights into the significance of Bigfoot in Native American culture and highlighting her ongoing commitment to environmental advocacy and the preservation of indigenous folklore.
Through this unique chapter in her life, Elaine Miles continues to inspire and captivate, enriching her legacy as an actress, storyteller, and guardian of her heritage. Her Bigfoot sighting story is not just a personal anecdote but a powerful reminder of the mysteries that remain untold in the natural world and the importance of preserving these stories for future generations.

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  • @rubywingo6030
    @rubywingo60305 ай бұрын

    I absolutely LOVED her on Northern Exposure! She stole the show! What a doll!❤❤❤❤❤

  • @MelissaThompson432

    @MelissaThompson432

    5 ай бұрын

    I came down here to say this. She was arguably the best part of that show. I adored her.

  • @timsayer1492

    @timsayer1492

    5 ай бұрын

    Her "deadpan" dialogue delivery in " northern expo." was comedic gold , in my opinion.

  • @midgeoboyledinou8652

    @midgeoboyledinou8652

    5 ай бұрын

    Agree ❤❤❤ I love her!

  • @BeLoud13

    @BeLoud13

    5 ай бұрын

    Right! Joel would be ranting about some dumb thing, and she would just keep her cool, always, and move on with the day.

  • @meatdog

    @meatdog

    5 ай бұрын

    @@timsayer1492 that's nit deadpan. I've lived and worked with native Americans and that is their NORMAL way of talking.

  • @sevenirises
    @sevenirises5 ай бұрын

    Elaine Miles is such a beautiful, special person and actress I remember from Northern Exposure. So nice to see her again. I could listen to her stories forever. Great interview.

  • @mcdart2606

    @mcdart2606

    5 ай бұрын

    OOooo I LOVE that idea! I'll show up to listen to Elaine tell stories every single day.

  • @iscovidoveryet7828

    @iscovidoveryet7828

    4 ай бұрын

    I remember, how in an interview years after the series ended, she once spoke of how she got tagged for the role. Her Mother was auditioning for the role of Ed Chigliaks's Aunt, and she was just sitting in the waiting room with her, minding her own business when the casting director spoke to her.

  • @deborahflello2316
    @deborahflello23165 ай бұрын

    The affection Elaine holds within our hearts is enormous. What a wonderful lady ❤

  • @josephfusko1864
    @josephfusko18645 ай бұрын

    I love her laugh what a kind soul

  • @danieljhale

    @danieljhale

    5 ай бұрын

    Such a great laugh!

  • @emmaphillips3847
    @emmaphillips38475 ай бұрын

    She is beautiful. I loved her in Northern Exposure. 👏

  • @Grinchy1230
    @Grinchy12305 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful soul and wonderful person, always enjoyed her role in Northern Exposure.

  • @Harbor-Rat66
    @Harbor-Rat665 ай бұрын

    What a woman❤ all societies shold be built around matriarchs and young woman need role models like this. God bless this woman. From a Norwegian viking🇺🇸🇳🇴

  • @chrissyf1295
    @chrissyf12955 ай бұрын

    Elaine, you are a doll! Your laughter is amazing. Thank you for the stories.

  • @livea3596
    @livea35965 ай бұрын

    We should leave them alone. How magnificent they exist. They should be celebrated and protected.

  • @MrPuglove13
    @MrPuglove135 ай бұрын

    It’s great to see you Elaine Miles!! I put the video on and instantly recognized your voice!

  • @drew-shourd

    @drew-shourd

    5 ай бұрын

    I didn’t recognize her face either, but I have never seen the show she was on…

  • @emmaphillips3847

    @emmaphillips3847

    5 ай бұрын

    Me too!

  • @Mortthemoose

    @Mortthemoose

    3 ай бұрын

    I recognised her face from Northern Exposure....she is just as beautiful now as she was then!

  • @bonnie76017
    @bonnie760175 ай бұрын

    Such a sweet woman! Northern Exposure was probably my all-time favorite TV shows. You were so cute on the show. Loved your laid back attitude. Thanks for sharing your story.

  • @EnchantedFeltPatterns

    @EnchantedFeltPatterns

    4 ай бұрын

    The best show ever! ♥

  • @boa1793

    @boa1793

    2 ай бұрын

    That attitude is very native. They call that and other stuff “the way.”

  • @CHUY-DRZ400s
    @CHUY-DRZ400s5 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your experience. Northern Exposure Greatest show ever.

  • @nancymclaughlin7626

    @nancymclaughlin7626

    4 ай бұрын

    Reruns are on Amazon Prime.

  • @mmac8379
    @mmac83795 ай бұрын

    She is so beautiful and precious. I love her face and voice. So awesome.

  • @brandyjean7015
    @brandyjean70155 ай бұрын

    Happy to hear that laugh again. I was fortunate enough to be introduced to this lovely woman @ a Powwow in So Cal over 25 yrs ago. Kind, gracious, with a mischievous glint in her eye & quite the sense of humor.

  • @debracoleman2112
    @debracoleman21125 ай бұрын

    She's a diamond in this world of dirt 💖

  • @okiejammer2736
    @okiejammer27364 ай бұрын

    For years I rented the cute blue Victorian house before it was 'MARILYN's in Northern Exposure, filmed in Roslyn, WA. Its address then was 25 Fifth Street. My respect and fondness for Elaine Miles has never diminished.

  • @BMO_Creative
    @BMO_Creative5 ай бұрын

    I agree with everything she said! She is such an amazing person! And she does have amazing energy! Even the Genoskwa had to see her!

  • @funlegomathteachathome1256

    @funlegomathteachathome1256

    5 ай бұрын

    Don’t hear the genoskwa term much. Heard it a little here in Ohio.

  • @BMO_Creative

    @BMO_Creative

    5 ай бұрын

    I did a video about them. they are a tribe of sasquette that roll and dip in mud and then put rocks in their hair for armor. Stone giants basically! LOL

  • @fly_speck_cafe

    @fly_speck_cafe

    5 ай бұрын

    Have always admired her and love her voice.

  • @Brittanysjoy

    @Brittanysjoy

    5 ай бұрын

    Agree. I just loved this lady and her story.

  • @frankvolz7021

    @frankvolz7021

    5 ай бұрын

    Watching this lady and I have to say that I love her energy! She radiates the most beautiful energy and it shines through this video! What an amazing woman

  • @elaineisabelle427
    @elaineisabelle4275 ай бұрын

    Great interview, thx Elaine, what a treasure you are.

  • @SurvivalHunting
    @SurvivalHunting5 ай бұрын

    such a joyfull person, thank you for the stories!!

  • @nancyann1358
    @nancyann13585 ай бұрын

    Your a beautiful lady. While walking in the forest I have felt a presence many times. Not sure what or who but I felt it. Nature is my church. 🥰

  • @kerrikolby6124
    @kerrikolby61245 ай бұрын

    What a pretty smile, she’s darling. Thank you for sharing! ❤️

  • @squareyes01
    @squareyes014 ай бұрын

    What a gorgeous soul ❤

  • @canyondiva493
    @canyondiva4935 ай бұрын

    I could listen to you all day. And I loved watching you in Northern Exposure. Thank you for sharing your story. Gonna go close my curtains now.

  • @stacywilson3481

    @stacywilson3481

    3 ай бұрын

    And notice in the last episode of the series, Marilyn looks out into the night from her window and pulls the shade down

  • @jenniferhoffman5100
    @jenniferhoffman51005 ай бұрын

    This lady has such a great vibe, love her work!

  • @nancywilliams6769
    @nancywilliams67695 ай бұрын

    I love your energy and laughter. Thanks you Elaine for sharing your very fascinating story.

  • @stephanieallangarman5598
    @stephanieallangarman55985 ай бұрын

    I’m Indigenous Native from a Federally Recognized Tribe in N. California and many of my family elders and even some tribal youth have seen it. I use to be interested in seeing it when I was a kid but now I realize that it follows people who’ve seen it before. I believe it’s Spiritual Being and it can choose to show itself or not. Elaine looks like a few of my Aunties who I don’t get to see that often and even some family members who have recently passed…I miss them so much. I appreciate seeing and hearing her experience. 🙋🏻‍♀️🤍👍🏽 I’m sharing this with all the doubters.

  • @tammybarrett7650

    @tammybarrett7650

    5 ай бұрын

    Stephanie Sample 😮

  • @michaelsteele4587

    @michaelsteele4587

    4 ай бұрын

    I've never seen them and don't want to. I've heard howls from them near my home late at night and its absolutely terrifying to hear when you're 3 miles from the nearest town, alone and don't have a working vehicle.

  • @boa1793

    @boa1793

    2 ай бұрын

    Go visit your relatives. Love even if they are difficult to love!

  • @debbiesittard7653
    @debbiesittard76535 ай бұрын

    Hi Elaine. Thank you, for sharing your stories. Yep BF is REAL! I'm in NE Texas ( Legend of Boggy Creek film) they are here. I agree with the man you spoke with. I do not believe they are earthy creatures, I believe they are Inter-dimensional. And I believe they move through portals. You were awesome in Northern Exposure. Blessings to you.~ Debbie

  • @SALSAKID49
    @SALSAKID495 ай бұрын

    Hi Elaine..! thank you for your story... Bless all of the Native nations in the Americas...

  • @Chenoweth81
    @Chenoweth815 ай бұрын

    Without a doubt, one of my favorite actresses in one of my all time favorite shows!!! Love seeing her on here

  • @StonedustandStardust
    @StonedustandStardust5 ай бұрын

    You have beautiful energy and it is your guardian spirits agreeing with you when they flash the lights. Blessings ❤

  • @sonnygirl8823
    @sonnygirl88235 ай бұрын

    I loved her on Northern Exposure she has a beautiful calming voice

  • @IMD1Guru666
    @IMD1Guru6665 ай бұрын

    Just a beautiful lady with a fascinating story.

  • @raelenegayou7452
    @raelenegayou74524 ай бұрын

    There is something so soothing in Elaine's voice. I could listen to her forever.

  • @mustangerbill1
    @mustangerbill15 ай бұрын

    Elaine is such a gentle spirit : )

  • @ronaldwills9318
    @ronaldwills93185 ай бұрын

    Loved you on Northern Exposure, still do. 🙌❤️❤️❤️

  • @cya2163
    @cya21635 ай бұрын

    I ABSOLUTELY remember her from Northern Exposure!!! What a beautiful soul sharing great stories...and that giggle!!!

  • @decembergem4598
    @decembergem45985 ай бұрын

    Thank you Elaine for your interview. You are as beautiful as you ever were.❤️

  • @Jaxxaamillion
    @Jaxxaamillion4 ай бұрын

    Re Watching Northern Exposure for the 50th time. Love her so much!!!!! Marilyn and her Ostrich Farm.

  • @barbrice721
    @barbrice7215 ай бұрын

    I totally believe this woman. I feel they can read our intentions. They knoow your heart. They dont want to harm. They warn. They teach. But they will protect themselves.

  • @trishannbell5508
    @trishannbell55085 ай бұрын

    I could listen to Elaine for hours. Something calming in her soul. Love to Elaine!

  • @jacquieenger6126
    @jacquieenger61265 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your experience, Elaine!

  • @rendezvous5784
    @rendezvous57844 ай бұрын

    It's good seeing Elaine Miles. Northern Exposure was a favorite series back in the 90's.

  • @clairegenevievebeilharz9061
    @clairegenevievebeilharz90615 ай бұрын

    I am grateful for your story, Elaine! “Not from here” sounds just right to me!

  • @andrearenee7845
    @andrearenee78455 ай бұрын

    How great to see you. Northern Exposure was the best. Still watch it from time to time. Thank you for sharing...

  • @ptkt5052
    @ptkt50525 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful message from a lovely human being.

  • @lzhouse6543
    @lzhouse65435 ай бұрын

    I love listening to her

  • @brendazsmith4401
    @brendazsmith44014 ай бұрын

    I love her, awesome. How can anyone possibly deny this revelation. Thank you, for coming forward. Absolutely believable

  • @LinaMEW
    @LinaMEW5 ай бұрын

    Loved listening to your experiences, Elaine! Love you in Northern Exposure.

  • @kimanderson5544
    @kimanderson55445 ай бұрын

    I like her, a lot!

  • @michaelcorrigan6577
    @michaelcorrigan65775 ай бұрын

    Oh man northern exposure was mY show!

  • @pugcrazed

    @pugcrazed

    5 ай бұрын

    Mine too😊

  • @nancymclaughlin7626

    @nancymclaughlin7626

    4 ай бұрын

    Reruns are on Amazon Prime

  • @LM-ux7yc
    @LM-ux7yc5 ай бұрын

    Loved her on Northern Exposure!

  • @arlawilliams8266
    @arlawilliams82665 ай бұрын

    How wonderful Elaine. You touched my heart and made me giggle too. ❤

  • @marybrennan7341
    @marybrennan73415 ай бұрын

    Hello Elaine . As I was listening to your stories. I was thinking that you have amazing energy. I don't know why I thought of that, but your energy was so alive . Thank-you for sharing your stories. ❤ Canada 🇨🇦 🍁 ♥️

  • @pauladebruijn4202
    @pauladebruijn42025 ай бұрын

    Thank you Elaine for sharing you knowledge with us!

  • @germaineprien7691
    @germaineprien76915 ай бұрын

    So good to see you Elaine!! I do believe these beings exist and that they are interdimentional beings, and that once you've made contact with one your "tagged" they can follow you and know where you live.

  • @lonniebrunner483
    @lonniebrunner4835 ай бұрын

    I loved you in smoke signals. Good job.😊

  • @Rosesraspberries72
    @Rosesraspberries725 ай бұрын

    She’s so cute 🥰

  • @funlegomathteachathome1256
    @funlegomathteachathome12565 ай бұрын

    Love hearing from her.

  • @lazenblaze9896
    @lazenblaze98965 ай бұрын

    born and raised (509)...eastern washington...played in the Blue Mtns above wallawalla often. Oh my my!

  • @lazenblaze9896

    @lazenblaze9896

    5 ай бұрын

    I'm in Yakama country now till the end. LIVLRG

  • @sandymiller870
    @sandymiller8705 ай бұрын

    What a lovely person, I believe her completely. Thank you.

  • @victoriabenton8378
    @victoriabenton83785 ай бұрын

    She's adorable! And truthful!

  • @AFloridaSon
    @AFloridaSon5 ай бұрын

    Great interview. We often hear how people grow up hearing about Bigfoot, but don't necessarily think they'll actually ever have an encounter with one. As for the tracks ending, the same thing can be said for humans. There's tons of stories of manhunts, or search and rescues, where they simply lose the trail of someone because the tracks end, or the dogs even lose the scent at a particular spot.

  • @TightwadTodd

    @TightwadTodd

    4 ай бұрын

    Im one of them.I grew up Hearing Stories from my uncle Jerry Crew. Years later i and 3 others had a close up, undeniable experience . I think i handled it better mentally than the others, because i had been somewhat conditioned to the idea. 1 of the others had to undergo counseling for it.

  • @AFloridaSon

    @AFloridaSon

    4 ай бұрын

    @TightwadTodd When you say Jerry Crew, do you mean _thee_ Jerry Crew? I could only imagine the stories you would have heard, that never actually made it into the news.

  • @TightwadTodd

    @TightwadTodd

    4 ай бұрын

    @@AFloridaSon Yes sir. The Man himself. My Cousin { His daughter} has the cast to prove it.. I had my encounter after He had Passed. He would have been Elated at my Experience. I later did Interviews with People who had undeniable encounters. Not to Document but rather to let them release their stories, without fear of ridicule. I think that having Jerry helped break the ice with many, who would otherwise not have relinquished their stories. Contrary to Popular belief, not all who have undeniable encounters, see it as a cool or positive thing and would just assume it never happened and do not seek recognition for them. Yes, i have heard accounts that you will NEVER hear in the News.

  • @Chitterboye
    @Chitterboye5 ай бұрын

    I love her sense of humor!

  • @funlegomathteachathome1256
    @funlegomathteachathome12565 ай бұрын

    Blessings. Go truckers and railway workers. Cleveland

  • @aflashofbigfoot

    @aflashofbigfoot

    5 ай бұрын

    ❤️ truckers and railway workers - driving the American economy. Thanks for watching!

  • @jessesdiecastgarage
    @jessesdiecastgarage5 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your story sister and I can imagine the energy that surrounds you to affect the energy/electricity in the room. 🙏

  • @Starfish2145
    @Starfish21455 ай бұрын

    Loved her on the show!

  • @Probe253
    @Probe2535 ай бұрын

    Elaine my Son is a Big-Foot 👣 13EEE! Thank You for your memories 🙏 ❤️

  • @SpaceShihTzu17
    @SpaceShihTzu175 ай бұрын

    That was a good interview 🤎👣 Elaine lights flicker around me too. Electric watches don’t last long for me and my Mom also.

  • @maybethgaikens7143

    @maybethgaikens7143

    4 ай бұрын

    Same for me...

  • @cecileroy557
    @cecileroy5575 ай бұрын

    Elaine!!! I love you! Thank you so much for sharing your story! ❤

  • @patricknoble5112
    @patricknoble51125 ай бұрын

    Very cool story she’s sweet

  • @andreablackler9193
    @andreablackler91935 ай бұрын

    What a lovely person she has great energy 😊

  • @floydfeasal6791
    @floydfeasal67915 ай бұрын

    I' m glad to see you alive and well Elaine. Not one of those Hollywood stories. Where are they now?

  • @pattyb1120
    @pattyb11204 ай бұрын

    Elaine! You are fabulous! Much honor I send you as a beautiful Native American! ❤

  • @balbannock110
    @balbannock1105 ай бұрын

    Thanks for these wonderful reminiscences. It’s a treat to hear you talk more than the nearly silent receptionist you played on Northern Exposure. I heard him beating his sticks together once. I believe you.

  • @BonafideGail
    @BonafideGail5 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing !

  • @stevewolf223
    @stevewolf2235 ай бұрын

    God bless, Elaine ! I certainly loved your work on Northern Exposure. What a beautiful person with a lovely sou.l Thank you very much for sharing your accounts with us !

  • @cindyroman5126
    @cindyroman51265 ай бұрын

    Absolutely a gem of a woman. Love to hear her talk

  • @francesca3453
    @francesca34535 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing.

  • @flucheaux
    @flucheauxАй бұрын

    She’s so cute! My favorite character on Northern Exposure. 🥰❤️

  • @debmathews3955
    @debmathews39555 ай бұрын

    I've always keep my curtains closed; even before I connected with them. Walls won't stop them.

  • @rushiaskinnerwallace6175
    @rushiaskinnerwallace61754 ай бұрын

    What a delightful human being. Loved this.

  • @julieito9523
    @julieito95235 ай бұрын

    It's so good to see Elaine Miles; I've love her acting on all these movies. Would live to see you more!

  • @jarrodriccio7998
    @jarrodriccio79985 ай бұрын

    No way!!! Love you Elaine, did a double take when I saw you at first. Thank you for sharing with all of us. ( Especially Northern Exposure fans )

  • @andreagilbert6469

    @andreagilbert6469

    5 ай бұрын

    Same!

  • @blaze3884
    @blaze38845 ай бұрын

    A'ho Elaine, so wonderful to see and hear you again. The Hairy ones are so very intelligent and some very protective and curious. Ive had my years of experiences with them, life changing and beautiful.

  • @Peachmangosalsa21
    @Peachmangosalsa215 ай бұрын

    I love your stories...TY

  • @WdM2024LLP
    @WdM2024LLP5 ай бұрын

    Blessings & much love to you Elaine.

  • @janepatterson6779
    @janepatterson67795 ай бұрын

    Loved your character on Northern Exposure!!! I'm a senior BF armchair researcher and live 1 hr North of Fouke, AR. Hunters around here hear BF in the woods..they're not nice in East Texas (BF). Thank you for sharing this with everyone. "What do YOU think BF is?"

  • @spiderdudesuper
    @spiderdudesuper5 ай бұрын

    Thank you Elaine! When I saw you on The last of us, I almost teared up because you took me back to my childhood. Also because it was like seeing an old friend that's doing well and still with us. ❤

  • @NorleenKoponen-jv8dp
    @NorleenKoponen-jv8dp5 ай бұрын

    I am elated to see Northern Exposure series back! And getting the chance to thank Elaine again for starring in a TV spot to help Childhaven by publicising the lunch delivery fundraising event in Seattle in the early 90's. She even set up a tour for me of the movie set for the inside segments. Love her unique acting role & her giving heart!

  • @AmythystRaine
    @AmythystRaine4 ай бұрын

    She's so interesting, I love her. I could listen to her stories for hours. I loved hearing about her grandmother. I was raised in South Dakota, and my grandma also told me to cover the windows before it got dark. It made her feel uneasy to have them open at night.

  • @jayhillrubis
    @jayhillrubis5 ай бұрын

    WOW! What a treat, loved you in N.E. and you've aged beautifully, your heart shines more than ever, no suprise you know our elder brothers! 💝

  • @lisaogden9549
    @lisaogden95495 ай бұрын

    Yes they do exist. They disappear. I had one walk by me. We could hear the footsteps but it was invisible. Both of us heard it and the grass moved and the ground shook.. This was during a Reiki a attunement by a river. They are real. I wish people would respect them and leave them alone. Leaving gifts is good, like the berries or a pretty rock. Aho

  • @angiem3068
    @angiem30685 ай бұрын

    A-ho, Elaine! Haha I am also electromagnetically sensitized and lights flicker, electronic equipment fails when I am around. I used to be a singer and I would pitch my recording engineer into a tizzy every time I entered the studio LOL. Wrist watches won't work on me, either. I live in Oregon also and have had many encounters with the Forest People (well, I live in Siuslaw National Forest, so that is what I call them, even though they live in all environments) I just happen to be re-watching Northern Exposure right now. The series is like comfort food for me. Thank you for sharing your experiences. Best to you and yours

  • @dfuss2756
    @dfuss27564 ай бұрын

    I love this interview. Such a lovely lady.

  • @hollybeary
    @hollybeary5 ай бұрын

    I remember Elaine from Northern Exposure, that was such a great show! Thank you for sharing your story!

  • @voraciousreader3341
    @voraciousreader33414 ай бұрын

    Ms. Miles was so goooood in _Northern Exposure!!_ Her characterization was so fun to watch because she had a twinkle of humor that she could turn up or down, just lovely!

  • @sandramorey2529
    @sandramorey25295 ай бұрын

    Elaine is wonderful. I saw her weekly on Northern exposure and thought she was the best part of a wonderful show. Also saw Smoke Signals several times. I really liked attending the International Indian Film festival pow wow when she was pow wow princess and she nd her mom competed in the dance competition. She is a terrific jingle or shawl dancer and a heck of a character actress. I'd like to see more of her in the present.

  • @crackin2000
    @crackin20005 ай бұрын

    Oh man what a treat to see a great lady again . I love her energy and always have.

  • @debrawashington5222
    @debrawashington52224 ай бұрын

    My goodness she sounds like my Aunties that have passed😥 She is a gift!

  • @nanceeM1313
    @nanceeM13136 күн бұрын

    Thank you. ELAINE is wonderful❤🕊

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