From Viral Escapee to Malibu Luxury: Diane Warren Welcomes Wilbur the Pig
West Hollywood recently witnessed a chaotic yet adorable spectacle: a runaway pig named Wilbur scampering through the streets. After a viral video captured the little critter’s adventurous sprint near Laurel Avenue, the internet fell in love. However, the real magic happened after Wilbur was safely captured and taken to the West L.A. Animal Shelter.
While Wilbur waited for a forever home, the interest was overwhelming. By Thursday, four hopeful adopters had arrived at the shelter. To ensure fairness, the shelter organized a silent auction to determine who would get to welcome the famous pig into their family.
A Winning Bid for a Special Cause
The winning bid didn’t come from just anyone—it was placed by Marcia Zwilling on behalf of the legendary, Grammy-winning songwriter Diane Warren. The moment Diane saw the news clips of the little pig running through the city, her instinct to protect animals kicked in.
“Diane saw the news clips and saw the little pig running in West Hollywood and she just called me and said, ‘Please get the pig, get the pig!'”
— Marcia Zwilling, Managing Director of the Diane Warren Foundation.
Life in Paradise: The Malibu Sanctuary
Wilbur is trading the concrete streets of Hollywood for the lush greenery of a seven-acre animal sanctuary in Malibu. This isn’t just any home; Wilbur will be living his absolute best life, surrounded by other animal companions and enjoying a high-end diet.
According to Zwilling, Wilbur can look forward to:
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- Expansive Space: Plenty of room to roam and explore in the Malibu hills.
- Gourmet Dining: A daily menu featuring fresh, gourmet salads.
- Lifelong Companionship: A community of rescued animals.
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“I Lose Oscars, But I Won a Pig”
The meeting between the Oscar-nominated musician and her new pet was nothing short of joyful. With her signature wit and kindness, Diane Warren joked about her new acquisition, stating, “I lose Oscars but I won a pig… it’s fun. It’s fun.”
However, there is one small complication: Diane already has a pig named Wilbur at her sanctuary! To avoid confusion in the household, she is considering a more fitting name for the newcomer. Given his viral start in the city, she thinks “Hollywood” would be the perfect fit.
This heartwarming rescue highlights the importance of animal welfare and the impact that celebrity advocacy can have on the lives of shelter animals. Wilbur went from a frightened runaway to a beloved member of a celebrity sanctuary, proving that every animal deserves a happy ending.
