The popular puma gained fame as P-22 and cast a spotlight on the troubled population of California’s endangered mountain lions and their decreasing genetic diversity.
LOS ANGELES — The life of Los Angeles’ most famous mountain lion followed a path known only to the biggest of Hollywood stars: Discovered on-camera in 2012, the cougar adopted a stage name and enjoyed a decade of celebrity status before his tragic death late last year.
“We want to bury him like he’s a ‘wot,’ like a ‘tomier,’"Salazar said,"which are two of the words for chief or leader" in the Chumash and Tataviam languages, respectively."Because that’s what he was.” Angelenos celebrated his life on Saturday at the Greek Theater in Griffith Park in a star-studded memorial that featured musical performances, tribal blessings, speeches about the importance of P-22's life and wildlife conservation, and a video message from Gov. Gavin Newsom.
While fame is fleeting for most celebrities, P-22's legacy lives on — though in what form is now up for debate. Ordeñana and the state Department of Fish and Wildlife have apologized, saying they should have spoken with the tribes from the start.
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