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Mo Brings Plenty

Mo Brings Plenty is an Oglala Lakota actor, traditional drummer and singer from the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Mo Brings Plenty is an Oglala Lakota actor, traditional drummer and singer from the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. He is best known for playing Mo in the television series "Yellowstone" and in the series "Marshals".

Early life and background

Mo Brings Plenty was born Moses J. Brings Plenty on September 4, 1969, on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. He is an Oglala Lakota performer who uses Mo Brings Plenty professionally.

Acting career

He is best known for his role as Mo in the Paramount Network series "Yellowstone" and in the follow-up series "Marshals". Additional credits include film and television appearances such as "The Good Lord Bird" and "Jurassic World Dominion".

Cultural work

Beyond acting, he is described as a traditional drummer and singer. He has also been described in media coverage as contributing cultural consultation on Indigenous representation in productions he works on.

Key facts

  • He was born Moses J. Brings Plenty on September 4, 1969.
  • He is an Oglala Lakota performer from the Pine Ridge Reservation.
  • He is best known for portraying Mo in "Yellowstone".
  • He is also credited in the sequel series "Marshals".
  • He works as a traditional drummer and singer as well as an actor.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Mo Brings Plenty?
Mo Brings Plenty is an Oglala Lakota actor, drummer and singer known for his work in television, especially "Yellowstone".
What is Mo Brings Plenty's real name?
His birth name is Moses J. Brings Plenty.
When was Mo Brings Plenty born?
He was born on September 4, 1969.
Where is Mo Brings Plenty from?
He is from the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota, United States.
What is Mo Brings Plenty best known for?
He is best known for portraying Mo in "Yellowstone" and "Marshals".

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mo_Brings_Plenty
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, occupation, and best-known roles.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2511354/
    Supports: Lakota background, birthplace, acting credits, and additional roles beyond acting.
  3. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/mo-brings-plenty/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and selected acting credits.
  4. Yahoo Entertainment — https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/article/yellowstone-made-him-a-fan-favorite-his-biggest-role-isnt-the-one-you-see-131838532.html
    Supports: Description of his role in Yellowstone and consultation work on Indigenous matters.