Rio JU Warrior Reged: 04/09/07 Posts: 128880 Loc: Cincinnati, Ohio Ricky Gervais Turns Laughter Into Lifesaving Action with Major Donation to End Bear Bile Farming As part of his remarkable £2.43 million charitable contribution from the Mortality tour. 05/01/26 02:05 PM Edit Reply Quote Save Animal Planet 9h · Ricky Gervais Turns Laughter Into Lifesaving Action with Major Donation to End Bear Bile Farming As part of his remarkable £2.43 million charitable contribution from the Mortality tour, Ricky Gervais once again proved that his compassion for animals runs just as deep as his talent for comedy. Among the 22 animal charities he supported, a powerful £150,000 donation was directed to Animals Asia—a leading force in the fight to end the cruel practice of bear bile farming in Vietnam. For decades, bear bile farming has subjected thousands of bears to unimaginable suffering, confined in small cages and exploited for traditional medicine. Animals Asia has been at the forefront of rescuing these bears, rehabilitating them, and pushing for permanent legislative change to shut down the industry for good. Gervais’ contribution directly fuels these efforts—funding rescue missions, sanctuary care, and ongoing advocacy work within Vietnam. This isn’t a one-off gesture. Gervais has consistently used his platform to speak out against animal cruelty, often amplifying campaigns that many would rather ignore. What makes this moment especially impactful is the scale—not just financially, but symbolically. By tying his comedy tour earnings to meaningful change, he’s transforming entertainment into a vehicle for global awareness and action. Fans who came for the laughs may not have realized they were also contributing to something far greater. Each ticket sold became part of a larger mission—one that reaches far beyond the stage lights and into the forests and sanctuaries where rescued bears are finally given a second chance at life. In a world where headlines are often dominated by controversy, this story stands as a reminder: influence can be used for good. And sometimes, the loudest impact comes not from words—but from what you choose to stand behind. - copied off Facebook. Rio: "Warriors...Come out to playay!!!!!!!!!" Report Remind Me Link

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