Though his health had already been severely impacted by years of captivity, with kidney failure and other age-related issues, Mufasa found some relief in his final months. He passed away in 2015, but his story serves as a powerful reminder of the cruel realities many animals face in circuses,

zoos, and other entertainment industries. While it’s heartbreaking that Mufasa didn’t have more time to live freely in his natural habitat, his rescue story has inspired greater awareness about the need to protect animals from abuse. No animal deserves to endure the hardships Mufasa faced, and his story continues to advocate for animal rights.