Robbie Robertson once starred in a film with Gary Busy and Jodie Foster. Carny, released in 1980, told the story of a young waitress who quits her job to join a traveling carnival. Robertson also co-wrote, produced, and composed source music for the film.
In February 2002, Robbie Robertson performed at the opening ceremony of the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah. Robertson's mother is Mohawk and the singer performed his song "Stomp Dance (Unity)" as a tribute to the many Native Americans living in the Salt Lake City area.
Robbie Robertson is famous for his work in The Band, whose song "The Weight" is considered one of the greatest songs of the '60s. Rolling Stone listed the track at #41 on its list of the Greatest Songs of All Time in 2004, while Pitchfork placed the tune at #13 on its list of the Best Songs of the '60s. Countless artists have re-recorded and played the song live over the years, including The Grateful Dead, Weezer, The Allman Brothers Band, Panic! At the Disco, John Denver, and Jack White.
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