Jane Goodall, Legendary Conservationist and Primatologist, Dies at 91
Dr. Jane Goodall, the world-renowned conservationist whose groundbreaking research forever changed humanity’s understanding of chimpanzees and the natural world, has passed away at the age of 91.
Her passing was confirmed on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, by the Jane Goodall Institute, which shared that she died of natural causes while on a speaking tour in California.
“Dr. Jane Goodall DBE, UN Messenger of Peace and Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, has passed away due to natural causes,” the statement read. “She was in California as part of her U.S. speaking tour.”
“Her discoveries revolutionized science, and her lifelong advocacy inspired millions to protect and restore our planet.”
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A Life Devoted to Understanding and Protecting Nature
Jane Goodall’s love for animals began early. As a child, she cherished a stuffed chimpanzee gifted by her father — a toy that sparked a lifelong fascination with wildlife.
At just 26 years old, she traveled to Tanzania’s Gombe Stream National Park, beginning a study that would span more than six decades. By observing chimpanzees in their natural habitat, she made a discovery that shook the scientific world: chimpanzees use tools — and, like humans, possess unique personalities and complex emotions.
Her work redefined what it meant to be human and became one of the most important scientific achievements of the 20th century.
A Legacy That Lives On
In 1977, she founded the Jane Goodall Institute, dedicated to protecting great apes, conserving their habitats, and inspiring generations to care for the planet.
Her legacy is not just in science, but in the millions of hearts she touched — teaching that compassion and understanding are the keys to saving our world.
Jane Goodall is survived by her son, Hugo Eric Louis van Lawick, and two grandchildren.
Her voice, her wisdom, and her hope for a better planet will continue to echo through the forests she fought so hard to protect.
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