For the past decade, PETA Latino has championed animal rights, inspired change, and raised awareness of animal issues throughout the Latino community. As we approach PETA Latino’s 10th anniversary, now is the perfect time to express our gratitude and look back at the extraordinary work and brave actions of the celebrities who have played key roles in PETA Latino’s history.
Kate del Castillo
As one of PETA’s honorary board members, Kate del Castillo has fearlessly lent her voice and passion to many campaigns aimed at transforming the lives of animals. She has never relented in her commitment, from high-impact bullfighting ads targeting both Mexico and Spain to vocal opposition to SeaWorld to her iconic “I’d Rather Go Naked Than Wear Fur” campaign that her passion for raising awareness of the fur industry expressed horror.
Marco Antonio Regil
A true pioneer in celebrity advocacy, Marco Antonio Regil has been an integral part of PETA Latino since its inception. With his vision and passion, he shaped the beginnings of the program as the first prominent supporter and honorary member of PETA’s board of directors. His impact is far-reaching as he uses his platform to encourage millions of people to go vegan. His involvement in PETA Latino spay-a-thon events and his commitment to spreading the message of compassion have earned him the 2015 PETA Humanitarian Award and the gratitude of animal rights activists around the world.
Alice Machado
This Venezuelan model, actor and activist doesn’t hold back when it comes to speaking up for animals. She revealed it all in a heated anti-fur campaign, proclaiming, “Proud to be me and fur-free,” then showed her angelic side to encourage people to “be an angel to animals” by protecting their cats and Have dogs neutered or neutered. Alicia even took to the streets of Miami to urge the Miami Seaquarium to release Lolita, the orca who suffered for more than 50 years in the smallest orca tank on earth, to a marine sanctuary, something the park announced months before her death .
Carla Morrison
Latin Grammy Award-winning artist Carla Morrison’s beautiful melodies resonate not only in the music world but also in the world of animal rights advocacy. Carla’s vocal opposition to SeaWorld’s captivity of orcas and her poignant message about the effects of fireworks on pets have shone a spotlight on crucial issues. Her message to never buy dogs and adopt them instead has made her a valued ally in PETA Latino’s mission.
Jesse & Joy
This duo’s collaboration with PETA Latino was really great. Through high-impact ads and videos, they advocate for animal adoption, anti-fur campaigns and preparing pets for natural disasters. Their work underscores their compassion and impact by making a profound contribution to advocating for animal rights and inspiring positive change.
Edward James Olmos
Edward James Olmos has never been shy about promoting kindness towards animals and encouraging a better understanding of their needs and feelings, from his heartfelt “Family is Family” ad featuring his beloved dog Moe to his public service anti- fireworks announcement and his advocacy of a more compassionate approach to celebrations. Additionally, he lent his voice to the coyote at our Council of Animals exhibit in Washington, DC to spread the message that if our fellow humans could be understood, we would hear them pleading to stop hurting, exploiting, and loving us to hurt them to slaughter them.
Patricia DeLeon
As one of the first celebrities to work with PETA Latino, Patricia De León set the stage for all of our amazing ads. She has starred in anti-bullfighting commercials and appeared in others that spread the message of kindness to animals. A mother herself, she shared a heartbreaking video about horrific experiments on baby monkeys separated from their mothers.
Pauline Rubio
“The Queen of Latin Pop,” Paulina Rubio, doesn’t just use her beautiful voice to sing — she uses it to help animals. Her ads have encouraged animal adoption, warned against leaving dogs in hot cars and campaigned for the release of Lolita from the Miami Seaquarium. She continues to play an important role in bringing about positive change for animals in the Latino community.
George Lopez
Popular sitcom star George Lopez’s antics make us laugh, but his message is crystal clear: let’s give animals the love and care they deserve by adopting them—never buying them—and making sure they’re neutered or neutered become. His sense of fun is matched only by his commitment to PETA Latino’s mission, making him a rock star for animals around the world.
sweet mary
Dulce María’s commitment to animals in entertainment has been vital to our campaigns, from her powerful anti-SeaWorld ads that highlighted the fate of captive sea creatures, to her advocacy for an end to circuses and bullfights. She has consistently used her platform to raise awareness and create change. Her work has conveyed the clear message that animals deserve compassion, respect and a life free of exploitation for human entertainment.
Thank you for 10 wonderful years of PETA Latino!
As we look back on a decade of remarkable achievements, we must take the time to acknowledge the more than 75 celebrities who have lent their voices to PETA Latino’s cause.
As we celebrate this milestone, we invite you to become part of PETA Latino’s activist network. By joining forces, we can continue to drive change, amplify our message, and create a world where animals are treated with the respect and compassion they deserve.
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