Mark Hamill expressed his warm birthday wishes to Jane Goodall on Twitter, April 4, 2024, reaching a vast audience of 414.4K viewers. His post read: “Happy 90th birthday to the incomparable Jane Goodall @janegoodallinst. Her lifelong devotion to the protection & preservation of wildlife of all kinds is beyond inspirational! Let us ALL celebrate her courage, curiosity, and commitment to change.”
The tweet not only served as a birthday celebration but also clarified the confusion among fans regarding the well-being of Dame Jane Morris Goodall DBE, the esteemed English primatologist and anthropologist. Born on April 3, 1934, in Hampstead, London, United Kingdom, Goodall has reached the impressive age of 90, actively engaging in wildlife conservation.
Mark Hamill, famed for his role as Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars series, has long admired Dr. Goodall’s dedication to wildlife preservation, particularly her work with chimpanzees. His public acknowledgment and birthday wishes have sparked a wave of support and admiration for Goodall’s enduring impact on environmental and animal research.
Happy 90th birthday to the incomparable Jane Goodall @janegoodallinst Her lifelong devotion to the protection & preservation of wildlife of all kinds is beyond inspirational! Let us ALL celebrate her courage, curiosity, and commitment to change.🎂🙏❤️ 🐵 #JaneAt90 #GoodAllDay pic.twitter.com/VmLXtOoE9h
— Mark Hamill (@MarkHamill) April 3, 2024
Social media users have shared their admiration and respect for Goodall, echoing Hamill’s sentiments. Jessi tweeted, “One of my favorite people. Happy Birthday Ms. Goodall. Be kind to all living things,” showing personal affection and respect. PAPPY BEST remarked on her scientific legacy, stating, “A very fine human. What she has added to science cannot be measured, but it will be studied for centuries to come.” Furthermore, Ron Jensen expressed gratitude for Goodall’s lifelong commitment: “Happy birthday Ms. Goodall Thank you for a lifetime of dedication to animals and their environment.
The collective response on social media illustrates the profound respect and admiration for Jane Goodall’s lifetime achievements and her inspiring journey in conservation and science.