Cara Jade Myers Returns to Red Carpet in Indigenous Design After Breast Cancer Treatment
At 40, Cara Jade Myers, known for her role in Martin Scorsese's Killers of the Flower Moon, received a stage-one breast cancer diagnosis in February after a routine mammogram indicated dense tissue. Following a double mastectomy in March and reconstructive surgery in July, she chose to forgo a miniseries and a feature film. During her recovery, her wardrobe changed, but by summer, she confidently adopted a more daring fashion sense. In September, she participated in the 2026 Toronto and Vancouver International Film Festivals to promote How We Stand, a drama by Marie Clements featuring Amber Midthunder. Myers, donning outfits from Indigenous designers, champions routine screenings and highlights the significance of early detection for cancer survivors.
Key facts
- Cara Jade Myers was diagnosed with stage-one breast cancer in February after a mammogram at age 40.
- She underwent a double mastectomy in March and reconstructive surgery in July.
- Myers turned down a miniseries and feature film due to surgeries.
- She attended the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival and 2026 Vancouver International Film Festival to promote How We Stand.
- How We Stand is directed by Marie Clements and co-stars Amber Midthunder.
- The film explores the 1950s relocation program's impact on Indigenous women in Los Angeles.
- Myers wore designs by Creator's Kid Co., K. Lookinghorse, Jamie Okuma, Jennifer Younger, and her father Terrence R. Campbell.
- She advocates for routine screenings, noting survivors diagnosed in their early 30s despite the recommended mammogram age of 40.
Entities
Artists
- Cara Jade Myers
- Martin Scorsese
- Marie Clements
- Amber Midthunder
- K. Lookinghorse
- Jamie Okuma
- Jennifer Younger
- Terrence R. Campbell
Institutions
- Toronto International Film Festival
- Vancouver International Film Festival
- Creator's Kid Co.
- Santa Fe Indian Market
- Christian Louboutin
Locations
- Toronto
- Canada
- Vancouver
- Los Angeles
- United States
- Santa Fe