Primate pioneer Goodall praised for deep compassion

Jane Goodall was a pioneer, a tireless advocate and a deeply compassionate conservationist who inspired others to care about primates - and all animals - during a long life well lived, according to tributes from around the world. * FORMER US PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN "Jill and I are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jane Goodall whose activism, vision, and message of hope mobilised a global movement to protect the planet. Above all, Jane taught us that when we search for humanity in the natural world around us, we discover it within ourselves. We are sending our love and strength to the Goodall family and everyone who was touched by her remarkable life of service." * UN SECRETARY-GENERAL ANTONIO GUTERRES "I'm deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Jane Goodall, our dear Messenger of Peace. She is leaving an extraordinary legacy for humanity & our planet." * JOURNALIST MARIA SHRIVER "Jane Goodall was a legendary figure and a friend. I admired her, learned from her, and was so honored to get to spend time with her over the years. She stayed at her mission and on her mission. She changed the world and the lives of everyone she impacted. The world lost one of its best today, and I lost someone I adored." * FORMER US PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA "Jane Goodall had a remarkable ability to inspire us to connect with the natural wonders of our world, and her groundbreaking work on primates and the importance of conservation opened doors for generations of women in science. Michelle and I are thinking of all those who loved and admired her." — On X * PETA FOUNDER INGRID NEWKIRK "Jane Goodall was a gifted scientist and trailblazer who forever changed the way we view our fellow animals. Caring about all animals, she went vegan after reading Animal Liberation, and helped PETA with many campaigns, calling her 1986 visit to a Maryland laboratory full of chimpanzees in barren isolation chambers 'the worst experience of my life'." * PHILANTHROPIST MELINDA FRENCH GATES "As a world-renowned ethologist and conservationist who spent more than 65 years studying wild chimpanzees, Dr. Jane Goodall fundamentally changed the way we understand the world — and our place in it. She was also an extraordinarily powerful advocate, inspiring young people all over the world to stay curious, compassionate, and committed to building a brighter future for people, animals, and the environment. What a force she was." — On X * APPLE CEO TIM COOK "Jane Goodall was a groundbreaking scientist and leader who taught us all so much about the beauty and wonder of our world. She never stopped advocating for nature, people, and the planet we share. May she rest in peace." — On X * ACTOR LEONARDO DICAPRIO "For decades, Jane traveled the world with tireless energy, awakening generations to the wonder of the natural world. She spoke directly to the next generation, instilling hope, responsibility, and the belief that every individual can make a difference. She inspired millions to care, to act, and to hope. She never stopped. ... My last message to Jane was simple: 'You are my hero.' Now, we all must carry the torch for her in protecting our one shared home." * UNESCO DIRECTOR-GENERAL AUDREY AZOULAY "Dr. Jane Goodall was able to convey the lessons of her research to everyone, especially young people. She changed the way we see Great Apes. Her chimpanzee greetings at UNESCO last year - she who so strongly supported our work for the biosphere - will echo for years to come." * MUSICIAN MOBY "The last time jane and I spoke she was remarkably calm about dying, she referred to it as "her next big adventure." jane had one of the most remarkable lives of pretty much any human being ever. she reached hundreds of millions of people with her message of awe, wonder, compassion, and love & respect for all animals. but nonetheless I will miss her more than words can express. rest in peace, dear friend."