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flag Author Thomas King, long believed to have Cherokee roots, says genealogy tests show no Indigenous ancestry, prompting him to return an Indigenous award.

flag Canadian author Thomas King, known for works like "The Inconvenient Indian", has revealed he is not Indigenous, despite long believing he had Cherokee ancestry. flag In a Globe and Mail essay, the 82-year-old said genealogical research by the Tribal Alliance Against Frauds and a UBC scholar found no evidence of Cherokee heritage in his paternal line. flag He described the revelation as deeply personal and distressing, emphasizing he never intentionally misrepresented his background. flag King plans to return the National Aboriginal Achievement Award but maintains other honors stem from his writing. flag The announcement has sparked discussion about identity, authenticity, and representation in Indigenous narratives.

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