WATCH: The World’s Oldest Gorilla Turns 69 in Berlin Zoo

April 18, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla, celebrates her 69th birthday at the Berlin Zoo, far exceeding the typical wild lifespan of 40 to 50 years. Living at the zoo since 1959, she has become a local celebrity, drawing admirers such as Nikolas Groeneveld, who says he has celebrated her past birthdays. “As long as we’re still lucky enough to have her with us, I’ll celebrate every birthday that comes along,” he says.

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