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Bubbles: The King of Pop’s (Michael Jackson) Constant Companion

Born in 1983 in a Texas biomedical research facility, Bubbles the chimpanzee became a global icon after being purchased by Michael Jackson in the mid-1980s. For nearly two decades, he lived a life of extraordinary luxury*, mirroring his owner's eccentricities by sleeping in a golden crib, wearing tailored tuxedos, and being toilet-trained. He was a constant presence in Jackson’s professional life, appearing in music videos, attempting the *"Moonwalk"*, and even sitting for green tea with the Mayor of Osaka during the *Bad world tour. However, his presence was occasionally polarizing; for instance, Freddie Mercury reportedly cut a recording session short because Jackson insisted on asking Bubbles for his "opinion" on vocal takes. The transition from celebrity pet to sanctuary resident was driven by biological reality*. As Bubbles reached sexual maturity, he grew significantly stronger—weighing over 160 pounds by 2003—and became too unpredictable for a domestic home. After a brief stay at a training facility, he was permanently relocated to the *Center for Great Apes in Florida in 2005. In his retirement, Bubbles has undergone a significant transformation: Social Status: Now 42 years old, he serves as the alpha male of his chimpanzee troop. Personal Interests: He has become a prolific *abstract artist*, with his paintings sold to benefit the sanctuary. Behavioral Shift: Despite his fame, he is now remarkably camera-shy and will often turn his back or splash water at those attempting to photograph him. Today, Bubbles' life is frequently cited by experts like Jane Goodall as a cautionary tale regarding the ethics of keeping Great Apes as pets. Despite past rumors of mistreatment, sanctuary staff report that he is a well-adjusted and gentle individual. His ongoing care, which costs approximately *$30,000 per year*, continues to be funded by the Michael Jackson Estate. #BubblesTheChimp #MichaelJackson #NeverlandRanch #KingOfPop #PopCultureHistory #FamousAnimals #CenterForGreatApes #ChimpanzeeRetirement #AnimalSanctuary #PrimateWelfare #JaneGoodall #ExoticPetAwareness #AnimalArt #AbstractPainting #AlphaMale #Moonwalk #GreatApes