The Wire

‘Chimp Crazy’ Star Gets Nearly 4 Years in Prison for Lying About Ape’s Death

Aug 8, 2025 6:30 PM

Prosecutors said that Tonia Haddix perjured herself to avoid giving up custody of Tonka, who had appeared in the movies ‘George of the Jungle’ and ‘Buddy.’

Source: The New York Times

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