Joseph M. Marshall III is a Lakota historian, writer, teacher, craftsman, administrator, and public speaker. His first language is Lakota. He can craft a Lakota bow in the traditional style, has helped found a hospital and a university, and makes his home on the Northern Plains with his wife. Also, he helped in the cause to put wolves back into Yellowstone National Park.
Joseph Marshall III has several notable television connections and appearances. He appeared in several episodes of The Real West as well as the mini-series Return to Lonesome Dove. His most recent role was playing the eldest Loved by the Buffalo in the Turner Network Television mini-series Into the West.