1984: Rachel Ingawanup (1st Attendant)

**The photo above was taken in 2026; it is a current photo of Rachel since we have no photo of her from the time she won.**

Rachel Ingawanup, Indian Name Buzee (Big Sister), competed in the Shoshone Indian Days Royalty contest and was named the 1984 1st attendant to Queen Geraldine Perry. 

Rachel is the daughter of Roderick and Vina Ingawanup. 

Enrolled Tribe: Eastern Shoshone

Other  Tribal Affiliation: Shoshone Bannock

Age: N/A

Dance Style: Traditional 

Interview with Rachel:

Rachel grew up on the Wind River Reservation and attended Fort Washakie School for her elementary and high school education. As she got older, she continued her studies at Haskell Indian College and Central Wyoming College. She is also a proud business owner, running her own catering business. 

When asked what she is most proud of, Rachel stated, “Being able to represent the Eastern Shoshone Tribe.” She is passionate and knowledgeable about her culture and traditions, and she is also fluent in the Shoshone language.

Rachel has been dancing for over 20 years. The individuals who influenced her decision to try out for the royalty competition were her mother and her sister, a former royalty winner. When asked how she would like to be remembered, she said, “I want people to remember me as being fun and energetic.” 

Her Favorite Inspiration Quote: “We’re Here to Make your day!”

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