Grumpy Cat, Jennifer Aniston’s Dog Dolly & More Celebrity Pet Deaths of 2019
Jan. 1 2020, Published 4:31 p.m. ET
Pets are considered family members to many, and losing one is just as tragic as losing a relative.
In 2019, celebrities mourned the loss of their pets and shared loving tributes on social media in honor of them.
When Tim Tebow lost his pet dog in November, he admitted it was "one of the toughest goodbyes."
Former Dancing with the Stars judge Julianne Hough expressed the "pure love" she was able to experience from her Cavalier King Charles spaniels.
Ashley Tisdale lost her dog on June 21st and even held a funeral for the pup she referred to as her "soulmate."
Reese Witherspoon also lost her fur baby Nash back in April and hoped he was "eating all the treats" he wanted in Dog Heaven.
Some celebrity pets passed on after experiencing some health conditions. Chris Pratt's 700 pound pig died on April 25 after getting sick, but the actor didn't specify what he fell ill of.
Sir Patrick Stewart's 10-year-old foster dog Lenny died in June after contracting pneumonia.
Others passed away tragically from accidents.
LeAnn Rimes' dog died after being attacked by a coyote.
Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas' pup got struck by a car in New York City and Ed Sheeran's cat also got hit by a car.
Queer Eye's Jonathan Van Ness' cat died after falling out of an open window while he was sleeping.
Some of the celebrity pets that have passed weren't pets of famous stars, but were instead pets that went on to gain their own fame and social media following.
Bruley, the French bulldog that appeared on seasons 2 and 3 of Queer Eye, for example, passed away in October at 10 years old after suffering from heart problems.
Chico, the Chihuahua who performed on the Broadway version of Legally Blonde passed away on March 11 after touring for more than a decade.
Boo, the world's cutest dog and the Grumpy Cat, the internet sensation, also passed this year.
Check out the gallery for a list of the celebrity pets that did not make it to see another year.
Tim & Bronco
Tim Tebow put his pet dog Bronco down on Nov. 20 after nearly a decade of being a pup dad. “One of the toughest goodbyes. Wanted to make a special tribute to the sweetest boy ever — thank you for all the joy you brought and all the memories,” he captioned his Instagram post. “Aunt Patty, thank you for loving him, and thank you to all the other people including Miss Shea and Miss Mindy for sharing so much love with Bronco. If you had the pleasure of meeting Bronco, one of the best dogs ever, I would love to hear your story.”
Double Loss
Before she was cut from America's Got Talent, Julianne Hough was mourning the loss of her dogs Lexi and Harley, who died on Sept. 28.
“Pure love is real, it existed through us. My heart expanded and felt the truth of what is possible. I am forever grateful,” she captioned a loving tribute. “Thank you for your love. Thank you for being my babies, my daughters. Thank you for choosing me. Thank you for teaching me how to be your mother. Thank you for allowing me to give and receive love,” Hough added. “Thank you for your kisses. Thank you for your blessings every single minute of every single day. Thank you for your souls. Thank you for protecting me. Thank you for letting me protect you. Thank you for protecting each other.”
RIP Chloe
Lauren Conrad said goodbye to her 7-year-old rescue dog Chloe on Aug. 21. “We lost our sweet Chloe yesterday ?” Conrad captioned her post. “We will miss you good girl!”
Sick Horse
Shannen Doherty’s horse Picasso died on August 12 after suffering from a ruptured intestine. He died 20 minutes before she could get to him.
Freak Accident
Ed Sheeran shared the news that his cat died after being hit by a car in August 1. The singer posted of his kitty along with a broken heart emoji.
Boo
Boo, the world's cutest dog, died on January 18 at 12 years old from heart issues. “Boo, we love you with all our hearts and will miss you until the day we meet again,” the owners wrote.
Mourning Exes
Exes Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston said a final goodbye to their German shepherd on July 28.
As RadarOnline.com reported, the New York City-based actor rushed to his ex-wife’s Los Angeles home to say goodbye to their beloved dog, Dolly, with an intimate memorial.
“Tonight, at sunset, after a heroic struggle… our most loyal family member and protector, Dolly A. laid down her sword and shield. She was surrounded by her entire family,” the star wrote. “The one that never deserts, the one that never proves ungrateful… is the dog— faithful and true, even in death.”
Car Crash
Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner’s pup Klee Kai tragically got struck by a car in New York after he broke free.
Tragic Attack
LeAnn Rimes revealed on February 7 that her dog died after being attacked by a coyote. “Eveie, I know you can hear us when we say ‘You were and always will be our angel,” she wrote on Instagram. “We Love you beyond, beyond. Rest well and we’ll see you again when we ourselves leave this earth plane to join you in the vast field of consciousness.’ ❤️?”
Internet Sensation
Grumpy Cat, a kitty who became famous from his Twitter and Instagram memes with a resting look of contempt and upside-down smile, died in May at 7 years old.
So Sad
Jenelle Evans’ husband killed their family dog a French Bulldog named Nugget, in April after he allegedly tried to nip at their daughter Ensley.
Puppy Scandal
Dorit Kemsley adopted a dog from Vanderpump Pets , but after he bit her daughter and husband, she gave it up to an animal shelter.
Family Loss
Sofia Richie's family dog died on January 6.
“Jake became our angel today,” she wrote alongside a black and white video of her and Jake bonding. “No words can describe how much he meant to me. I will forever miss him ?”