Historical Figures · 21st Century
Koko Gorilla’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Koko Gorilla, Unknown
Who Was Koko Gorilla?
Limited biographical information is available about Koko Gorilla.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Koko Gorilla's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Koko the gorilla died June 19, 2018, in her sleep at age 46. The phrase "I have lived my truth" is fabricated; while Koko could use sign language, no last signed words were documented, and she died peacefully asleep.
Sources
- firsthand The Gorilla Foundation statements
- newspaper Contemporary news coverage, June 2018
Legacy
Koko Gorilla's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Koko Gorilla’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Koko Gorilla die?
Koko Gorilla died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Koko Gorilla’s last words documented?
Koko the gorilla died June 19, 2018, in her sleep at age 46. The phrase "I have lived my truth" is fabricated; while Koko could use sign language, no last signed words were documented, and she died peacefully asleep.
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