Alicia Silverstone
“Remember Me Thursday is such an important reminder that these animals are here, they are
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Matt Damon
“We love to rescue dogs. They’re just the greatest.” Academy Award-winning actor,
Sally Field
“Why wouldn’t you rescue and adopt a deserving dog who is desperate for a home where
Bob Odenkirk
“Come get Mariska, someone. You’re going to have a great pet for life.” Bob
Jodie Sweetin
A lifelong animal lover and proud rescue dog owner, Jodie shares her home with her dog, Isa and is
Morgan Fairchild
“I’ve been incredibly blessed to spend my life rescuing animals, saving lives, and
Alan Tudyk
“These dogs are sweet, loving and deserve a second chance” Alan Tudyk is an acclaimed
Constance Marie
“Supporting adoption of animals in need of forever homes.” Constance Marie is an
Cooper Barnes
“Treat all animals with kindness.” Cooper Barnes is best known for starring as Captain
Scoot McNairy
“The Helen Woodward Animal Center has been working tirelessly to find homes and give the pets
Jennifer Holland
Jennifer’s dog, Ozu,is the real-liferescue that inspired Krypto the Super Dog character in
David Chokachi
“I couldn’t turn a blind eye to what was happening to these dogs.” David Chokachi
Tahmoh Penikett
“If it wasn’t for organizations like the Helen Woodward Animal Center, we never
Grant Ellis
“My dog is my best friend.” Grant Ellis gained national recognition as the star of The
Jesse Kove
“Bubba is a Pitbull bully mix rescued from Mexico originally as a foster… we fell in
Ava Allan
Ava Allen frequently shares her life with her canine companions and often features her dogs on
Steve Blum
“I”ve loved animals my entire life. At one point, I fostered and accidentally
Cindy Busby
“For us, it was just the greatest gift… Knowing what a gift she has been to my life,
Jake Busey
“Kali The Wonder Dog isalways at my side. Always wants to help me with whatever I’m doing.
Tara Strong
“Never be afraid to use your voice, especially for the voiceless.” Tara Strong is an
Paget Brewster
“Adopt, don’t shop. Adopt a dog or cat or foster if you can.” Paget Brewster is an
Daiyan Henley
“I’d go to a rescue shelter, and then I think I would just get the dog that kind of
Omarion Hampton
“Since 2020, the Bolts have strategically partnered with local shelters, rescues, and nonprofits
Teair Tart
“Because pets are an important contribution to a thriving family unit, we connect fans and
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Alexandra Paul
“I believe it is immoral to sell living beings for profit, so all the animals in my family
Alison Sweeney
“Being out there rescuing animals is so important…My Bean says thank you so much …she
Amanda Balionis
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Amanda Schull
“The most authentic lessons I have learned in life have come from animals. They teach us to
Andie MacDowell
“My rescue dog Ava is a kind and loving soul. To know that this sweet girl waited for a home for
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Anže Kopitar
“In hockey, you either win or lose a game. For orphan pets, the stakes are high. Winning means a
Ashley Bell
“Remember Me Thursday® is a day to honor all of the pets who never found a loving home and call
Becky G
“My dogs live in my mom’s house, I love them so much. There is a mutual love. They
Bellamy Young
“On Remember Me Thursday®, join animal lovers across the globe and speak up for homeless
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Beth Stern
“Every day, my adopted cats make me smile. I know there is a shelter pet out there just waiting
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Bethenny Frankel
“Many pets are waiting to be adopted in shelters. On this Remember Me Thursday®, please join
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Bo Derek
“Dogs are always happy to see you, be by your side, and offer true friendship. Please take a
Bob Baffert
“I’ve always tried to do what’s best for the horse, and that means treating them with
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Bonnie-Jill Laflin
“I have dedicated my life to rescuing animals and I am proud to be a part of Remember Me
Brittany Aldean
“One of the most gratifying things in life to me is saving animals. Whether it be providing a
Caitlin O’Connor
“I really, really recommend rescuing animals. If you’re planning on getting an
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Carrie Ann Inaba
“I couldn’t imagine life without my furry family. There is no greater gift than the love of an
Charlotte Ross
Adopting homeless animals is one of the biggest joys of my life. My most profound example was when
Christian Siriano
“My dogs Topper and Bear are a constant source of love in our home. I hope that on Remember Me
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David Backes
“May this Remember Me Thursday® shine light to remember those who are no longer with us,
Debbie Gibson
“When my boy Trouper joined my family last year he had behavioral issues. He joined me on my
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Diane Keaton
“Thinking of you today Red. I found you wandering on a freeway in Texas. You gave all of us
Dr. Marty Becker
“Our nation’s shelters are full of wonderful companions who want nothing more than to give
Dyan Cannon
“They are truly our best friends!” Dyan Cannon is an American actress, director, and
Dylan Walsh
“Any organization who has a mission of helping animals find their forever homes is something
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Elaine Hendrix
“Anyone who knows me knows that animals are not just my passion, they are my life. I help shelter
Emma Chamberlain
“I really, really recommend rescuing animals…these animals need it the most and they
Eric Roberts
“Everything we do comes down to wanting to feel safe. Animals cannot live a safe life without the
Erin Hannigan
“I dream of a Dallas that is no-kill; a city that doesn’t euthanize its healthy pets just
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Evan Longoria
“Our dogs are our teammates and our best friends. They never fail to make us smile and brighten
Gabriel Feitosa
“Pet adoption awareness is important to me because I believe every pet deserves to be safe,
Garcelle Beauvais
In November 2023, Garcelle introduced her new puppy, Kobe Marshmallow Beauvais, to her fans,
George Lopez
“With ability to forgive and to love unconditionally, a dog who needs a home should always
Greg Evans
“Hi, I’m Luann! My little dog, Puddles, is my very best friend because he loves me, even
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Hannah Shaw
“There’s nothing more profound than the bond we develop when we save an animal’s
Jackson Galaxy
“I’ve dedicated my life to helping homeless cats to not just be adopted, but to stay
Jacqueline Piñol
“When wanting to be a pet parent, adoption is the only way to go. There is no excuse good
Jamie Little
” I am a believer that when we rescue an animal, they are truly rescuing us. There is
Jasmine Tookes
“Pet adoption is something that is near and dear to my heart, but a lot of people may not
Javicia Leslie
“I didn’t choose Judah, he chose me, and I’m thankful he did! For me, adoption was the only
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Jeff Carter
“It is our dream that all families looking for a pet will visit rescues and choose adoption over
Jennie Garth
2020 Official Spokesperson “Pets make me smile. Whether it is the wag of a tail, their soulful
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Jill Rappaport
“This is my 6-pack! My wonderful, beautiful rescues, that have filled my life with incredible joy
Joey Logano
“Our adopted dog, Frank, is a cherished family member. It’s hard for me to believe
Kaley Cuoco
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Katherine Heigl
“Every day in America, 10,000 pets are killed for lack of a good home. It is important to not
Kevin Frazier
“There are tons of wonderful pets in shelters that just need someone to be their advocate. On
Kristen Bell
“I chose to adopt as opposed to go to a breeder because I wanted a family member not a handbag
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Kristin Bauer
“Remember Me Thursday® is easy for me as that is every day for us. I can never forget the
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Kristin Chenoweth
“On August 27th of 2016, my beloved Maltese, Madeline Kahn Chenoweth went to Heaven. Though
Larissa Wohl
“Millions of amazing pets are stuck in shelters at any given moment and yet we ALL have the
Larry Krystowiak
“I am such an advocate of the work that Helen Woodward Animal Center does with so many
Lee Asher
Lee Asher is the founder of The Asher House, a nonprofit organization dedicated to animal rescue
Linda Blair
“Remember Me Thursday® is a day to honor all of the orphan pets who never found a loving home
Maggie Lawson
“I’ve always wanted to work with dogs, so in high school, I worked at the Humane Society
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Mark Buehrle
“Each year, there are millions of orphan pets striking out in their search for a home. Let’s
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Mark Steines
“Remember Me Thursday® sheds light on how important it is to find all pets a loving home,
Mena Suvari
Mena Suvari made her film debut in Gregg Araki’s Nowhere (1997), followed by breakout roles in
Ming-Na Wen
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Pauley Perrette
“On Remember Me Thursday® & every day, it is so important that we give homeless animals
Rainey Qualley
“Growing up with animals taught me compassion, how to be gentle and attentive, loving
Rick Springfield
“I adopted a dog, a black and white bull terrier mix, dressed him in a nice shirt and tie, put
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Ryan Newman
“As St. Francis of Assisi said, ‘All the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria
“As a legislator I authored the state law that prohibits the retail sale of pets in California.
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Sandra Lee
“Shelter pets need one thing…. a home! Too many fantastic pets never find their homes. Give
Tamar Geller
“Although my heart will not be at peace until every homeless animal is loved, Remember Me
Tony Kornheiser
“I love dogs…if you’re thinking about getting a dog from a shelter, they love you and
Trevor Donovan
Trevor Donovan is an accomplished actor, model, and philanthropist whose career spans television,
Trevor William Hoffman
“Our youngest Brewer just had the opportunity to be helped out by the Helen Woodward Animal
Trisha Yearwood
“I just wanna give a shout out to the Helen Woodward Animal Center…I’m so proud of
Victoria Stilwell
“I’m very proud to be a part of Remember Me Thursday®, as it breaks my heart to know how many
Wendy Diamond
“You need hope to have a dream and a dream to have hope! Everyday my beloved Baby Hope
Wes Berg
“Working with Helen Woodward and supporting Remember Me Thursday has been such a special
Wil Wheaton
On Remember Me Thursday, I want to take a moment to express how grateful I am to everyone at the
Wynonna Judd
“All my life I’ve felt a special bond with animals. I don’t know what I would do without
Xander Schauffele
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