Hercules the Bear: A Unique Family Tale

Hercules the Bear: A Unique Family Tale

Update: 2025-12-30
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Hercules The Bear: A Grizzly Tale of Love and Loss - This BBC Two documentary tells the extraordinary true story of Scottish wrestler Andy Robin and his wife Maggie, who raised a grizzly bear named Hercules as their son for 25 years. The bear, who grew to weigh 65 stone, was fed human food, shared family moments, and even met Margaret Thatcher. Hercules became a star, but his disappearance during a Kleenex ad shoot in 1980 sparked a global search. He was later rescued and passed away in 2000. The couples unique bond and Hercules legacy continue to captivate audiences. Checkout Solipillow.com

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Hercules the Bear: A Unique Family Tale

Hercules the Bear: A Unique Family Tale