'If Wildlife Aid is able to continue, then my dad lives forever.’

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  • Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
  • One of the UK’s biggest wildlife charities has an uncertain future, as its founder has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. Simon Cowell MBE, the founder of the Wildlife Aid Foundation, has spent most of his life saving animals.
    The charity and rescue centre is based on land at his home in Leatherhead but it will have to relocate once Simon passes away. They bought a pocket of derelict land by the M25 where it plans to relocate to and are in the process of turning the site into a wetlands environment, but need to raise more funds to build a visitor centre and wildlife hospital.
    Now, Simon's dying wish is to raise enough money to secure the charity's future, with the campaign already being supported by Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Stephen Fry and Chris Packham.
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  •  2 місяці тому +52

    So sorry for your loss. My wife and I are animal nuts and we always followed Simon's programs. What a great man to be proud of!😢

  • @brucevair-turnbull8082
    @brucevair-turnbull8082 3 місяці тому +59

    Good man. Very sad he's no longer here. RIP

  • @katzwhite5962
    @katzwhite5962 2 роки тому +128

    Flipping hell this is so not fair. Why the evil live a long time with no illnesses? This man is full of positivity, helping others and the good he brings to others will be ended by cancer🤬. Horrible, horrid disease.

    • @mortanos8938
      @mortanos8938 3 місяці тому +7

      exactly ☹

    • @helenamcginty4920
      @helenamcginty4920 2 місяці тому +3

      ​@@mortanos8938my great grandma, a lady with an ancient proverb for every occasion, would say The devil looks after his own.

    • @cindysanchez7929
      @cindysanchez7929 2 місяці тому

      So very true..why we have to lose the kind hearted people too soon.😢

    • @llchapman1234
      @llchapman1234 2 місяці тому

      Cancer sucks 😢

    • @biancasinclair.
      @biancasinclair. Місяць тому

      ​@@helenamcginty4920Why does God not look after his own? 🤔

  • @jmenceladus1332
    @jmenceladus1332 11 місяців тому +49

    This man deserves a knighthood

  • @KayleighNatasha
    @KayleighNatasha 3 місяці тому +95

    R.I.P Simon Cowell

    • @nievaconsing3344
      @nievaconsing3344 27 днів тому

      ❤❤❤💐🌹💐🙏🙏🙏✝️🕯️🕯️🕯️😢🕊️🇵🇭

  • @julianaylor4351
    @julianaylor4351 2 роки тому +125

    I really hope Simon's legacy lives on for many years, we must help that come true.

  • @ctlo4403
    @ctlo4403 2 місяці тому +9

    RIP sir. Thank you for your service.

  • @islandnightowl
    @islandnightowl 2 місяці тому +7

    The other imposter Simon Cowell should donate the funds that are needed to finish achieving the true Simon Cowells legacy. You will be missed. Thank you for your service for both in aiding the animals and educating us. 🇨🇦

  • @freyavanderwesthuizen7281
    @freyavanderwesthuizen7281 Місяць тому +3

    Simon you are owed so much , not just by us but the animals who will not receive your care , kindness and compassion , we need to carry on the examples you showed us , by contributing to your organization.Wherever you are now, I hope you feel our love and admiration and that you are surrounded by all you cared for and set free ,wishing you yourself are also free from pain. You deserved to have been knighted for all that you did. Thankyou Simon

  • @eschwarz1003
    @eschwarz1003 2 роки тому +99

    I'm very sad to hear of Simon's diagnosis. He does very compassionate, important work

  • @carolann95
    @carolann95 2 роки тому +19

    No words can express my deepest appreciation, respect and admiration for the dedication of your life, Mr. Cowell, to rescue/rehab/release of the wildlife. You an exceptional hero and role model. Yes, education is key as every species plays a vital role in nature. Humans MUST be advocates and safe guard their habitats. What is our world worth if NOT for our wildlife? You inspire many and my prayers are with you, your daughter and all who support/volunteer. Thank you sir.

  • @valentinaroldan7764
    @valentinaroldan7764 2 роки тому +36

    incredible man. everyone watching this should donate. i just did ❤

    • @solar0wind
      @solar0wind 2 роки тому +1

      I can't donate because I don't have a credit card unfortunately.

    • @brianuk4430
      @brianuk4430 2 роки тому +2

      @@solar0wind Post a cheque I am 😍😍

    • @TheVanillatech
      @TheVanillatech 3 місяці тому +2

      @@solar0wind Give your parents a £10 note, and use theirs.

  • @Robby334
    @Robby334 2 роки тому +11

    What a man indeed. I have donated but I hope he lives for many years to come.

  • @traceybullard2199
    @traceybullard2199 2 роки тому +41

    I so wish everyone would understand the link between humans and the natural world. Without one you won't have the other. We need the wildlife and the wild place's to exist. Thank you Simon for all you have done, you will always be my favourite wildlife hero. 💖

  • @george-1961
    @george-1961 2 місяці тому +1

    Beautiful soul. Hopefully his Angel daughter keeps it going 🙏🏻💙

  • @rmandel925
    @rmandel925 Рік тому +6

    I was shocked to hear this and angry that such a great human being to wildlife is unwell. I pray for your recovery Simon

  • @K_sayno
    @K_sayno 2 місяці тому +29

    It’s like losing Steve Irwin all over again
    Keep this man’s legacy alive 🙏
    Rest easy, Simon
    You’ve worked very hard your whole life to save the animals
    You’ve taught us
    We will continue in your name 🙏

    • @Elizabeth-s3b6x
      @Elizabeth-s3b6x 2 місяці тому +3

      We know where he is. He is watching over the creatures.

    • @heatherburrell
      @heatherburrell 2 місяці тому +3

      Steve Irwin will be so proud of his family, following in his footsteps to help wildlife. It's the same for Simon's family, and the legacies they have left behind continue to thrive 🌹

  • @OfficialHJ
    @OfficialHJ 11 місяців тому +2

    Crying my eyes out now! Really does break my heart. I will definitely donate to WildLife Aid for Simon and his team for their hard work to save animals that are in need. Really proud of them. My love goes to you especially Simon for what you have done for the love of animals. You have made me laugh, cried and learned something about animals that need your help in the UK and especially the whole world too! Keep at it Wildlife Aid. Will always be a fan. ❤

  • @josiecirigliano9134
    @josiecirigliano9134 2 роки тому +27

    Hope Simon Will live many years still to see all been accomplished. ❤️💙

  • @woof999
    @woof999 2 роки тому +11

    Please donate!! Been following him for years and England is so lucky to have a Simon!!! Wish we could clone him and spread him around the world!!

  • @zodiacforest3004
    @zodiacforest3004 2 роки тому +10

    God bless this man Simon is a Lovely man wildlife aid charity in leatherhead is a fantastic chairity and Simon deserves his dream

  • @pamcullen537
    @pamcullen537 2 місяці тому

    I lost my soulmate nearly 3yrs ago to cancer, he was a man of nature and loved everything about it. A very humble and giving soul who should definitely not have parted so soon 😢

  • @rustygrunert5316
    @rustygrunert5316 2 місяці тому

    Gone home after a life of love and caring for the earth and its creatures. RIP beautiful man 😢

  • @jydeinden
    @jydeinden 2 роки тому +5

    If anyone could help him, that would be nice :)

  • @Temptation666
    @Temptation666 2 роки тому +6

    so sad to hear this. Love you Simon

    • @Temptation666
      @Temptation666 2 місяці тому

      Rest in peace Simon. You will be missed

  • @brendaseagel7929
    @brendaseagel7929 2 місяці тому

    A hero forever remembered 🥰

  • @jean2474
    @jean2474 Рік тому

    😢 sorry to hear about your Illnes hope you find a cure soon. You are one of my heros alone side Sir David Attenbrough. THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR GREAT AND HEROIC WORK YOU ARE DOING. SAVING ANIMALS ARE THE MOST UNSELFISH AND HEART WARMING ACTS A PERSON CAN DO .Helping those who can not speak our language is the amazingly important for the future of our planet. THANK YOU Simon Cowell for the bottom of my heart you are awesome. Love and great appreciatiaction from Jean-Ingrid Myburgh From South Africa❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Tantejay
    @Tantejay Місяць тому

    To see that is heartbreaking. Just two years :(

  • @Caddl123
    @Caddl123 2 місяці тому

    He was a very unique and nice man.
    I miss his deep calm voice and his very special way to handle tawny owls.
    I rember the one owl that came back when it was weak knowing there are humans who know its in danger out there.
    I think he is still around and cares in some situations in the aid center.
    If you know how i mean it.
    Greetings from Germany from a old friend via youtube.
    ::: /

  • @petalss5325
    @petalss5325 2 місяці тому

    May he rest in peace

  • @ingermimi
    @ingermimi Рік тому

    So sad to learn that you are ill! You have given so much to animals and humans slike. Thank you for it all!!!

  • @shonagiffen4913
    @shonagiffen4913 Рік тому

    God bless such an amazing man x Sending healing prayers x

  • @Jim73
    @Jim73 Рік тому +1

    Love these guys. Keep it going!

  • @lizzie31
    @lizzie31 Рік тому +2

    I truly hope more people hear about this and support this campaign ❤

  • @wizardteeth
    @wizardteeth Рік тому

    Thank you. By god we will carry on what matters

  • @IzabellaRequiem
    @IzabellaRequiem Рік тому

    I love this man :(((

  • @frenchustube
    @frenchustube 2 місяці тому +1

    It’s really sad that the inheritance taxes are so high that you cannot keep the house specially for a nonprofit.

  • @ko.ala.b
    @ko.ala.b 8 місяців тому

    may the force be with you.

  • @malcontender6319
    @malcontender6319 2 місяці тому

    Wish Granted.

  • @pepper419
    @pepper419 Рік тому +3

    Why does always seem to happen to the very best of people?

  • @sassyboofle6983
    @sassyboofle6983 Рік тому +2

    Just seems wrong that due to government tax , this site could not continue whichever way . Government is working against not for us .

  • @anneherman6745
    @anneherman6745 2 місяці тому

    💜💜💜

  • @tinachandler3091
    @tinachandler3091 Рік тому

    Oh Simon I wish this wasn’t so! Keep us apprised. I can’t think about you not catching swans and talking to them and then looking like they listen closely to you.

  • @jowesterman6476
    @jowesterman6476 Рік тому

  • @jadegblueparrot8606
    @jadegblueparrot8606 2 роки тому +5

    terrible news , but simon remains postive and continues to do good , ive donated 2x so far! lets do this i think we can all take a leaf out of simons book and do good in the world

  • @harleyme3163
    @harleyme3163 Рік тому

    even rabbits just look at my like they have some kind of understanding I'm there to help. maybe its just I dont know, they never bite me, I can pick up a fox like a dog and it will stay until I realease em in the wild.. and they run 20 feet stop, and just stare at me walking away...

  • @ZenPepperClub
    @ZenPepperClub Рік тому

    Don't write him off yet, there's some guy in France who did a 40-day fast and beat his terminal cancer, look it up, he didn't entirely abstain from food for 40 days but it was pretty close to that. I learned about him through Dr Berg on UA-cam, the premise is that you're starving the cancer, and by not eating anything with sugar and that includes bread and refined carbs you're starving the cancer

  • @GrooveyBobby
    @GrooveyBobby Рік тому

    💕💜💛

  • @lightningwingdragon973
    @lightningwingdragon973 Рік тому

    I never knew Simon had kids.

  • @mosestimothy2814
    @mosestimothy2814 2 роки тому

    He is not not batting
    But battling 🙄🙄😁😁
    His words are sweet like honey but nobody is sure how well he will do it in practical ,
    Moreover
    I don't like him taking oath with Hindu scriptures or a idol on his table ,
    Our God is a jealous God
    Who created all living beings
    Good bye Rishi Sunak.
    Take rest in house or usa or india .👍👍🙏🙏😁😁🙄🙄👍👍🙏🙏

  • @davideddy2672
    @davideddy2672 2 роки тому +4

    As a lifelong sportsman and conservationist - my father did more in a week than these money grabbers …

    • @almaxx9680
      @almaxx9680 2 роки тому +13

      Who was he? And what did he do in one week to conserve wildlife?

    • @brianuk4430
      @brianuk4430 2 роки тому +1

      I'm shore your father would help wild life ............

    • @lesleydickson7746
      @lesleydickson7746 2 роки тому +3

      @@almaxx9680 He probably killed things. Lots of ‘sportsmen’ kill animals in order to save them. Really. 😕

  • @meorrrrw4020
    @meorrrrw4020 2 роки тому +1

    weird title... and using your ill health to further your agenda seems tacky.

    • @brianuk4430
      @brianuk4430 2 роки тому +3

      You need to get a live.........🥵🥵🥵

    • @lesleydickson7746
      @lesleydickson7746 2 роки тому +8

      How cruel and callous are you?

    • @majesticworld255
      @majesticworld255 2 роки тому +7

      Meorrrrw, He is doing for wildlife what Dame Debra James has done for bowel cancer, both worthy causes.👍

    • @katzwhite5962
      @katzwhite5962 2 роки тому +4

      Please be kind.

    • @MajesticalHonky
      @MajesticalHonky 2 роки тому

      A cat would never think this way or be so hateful.

  • @madeanaccounttospillthebor9568

    Please if anything gets its goal let it be this.
    If wildlife aid has taught me anything its to care for those who cant care for themselves.

  • @Catherine-2008
    @Catherine-2008 2 місяці тому +53

    What a huge loss for Simon's loved ones and Britain's wildlife! Love from Canada!

  • @freeandhappybumblebee
    @freeandhappybumblebee 3 місяці тому +137

    What a terrific loss as he has just passed away in June 2024. Blessings of Peace to his family.

  • @chaoticneutral7976
    @chaoticneutral7976 3 місяці тому +44

    May his legacy live on

  • @Kim-lc3fv
    @Kim-lc3fv 2 роки тому +96

    I've been a supporter of WAF for about 6 years. So impressed by Simon, his team and their work. I was so deeply saddened to hear his devastating news. We must continue to support him and WAF. ❤️

  • @anned6913
    @anned6913 2 місяці тому +24

    R.I.P. Simon Cowell. My deepest sympathy for all who love him. ❤ May his legacy live forever.❤

  • @glcork
    @glcork 2 роки тому +55

    Such a kind and wonderful man. I've learned so much from watching him over the years.

  • @EEmB
    @EEmB 2 роки тому +77

    This video needs more traction! Simon is a real life superhero! What is had built and all he did is nothing else but remarkable 💚 Please, comment and share and donate if you can, it's obligation as humans to save all these animals, as we are usually the one responsible for the reason the need help. Please help Simon and Wildlife Aid! 🐾❤ Love from Sweden 🇸🇪

  • @dru1432
    @dru1432 Рік тому +21

    They shouldn't have to pay inheritance tax. They should be aided by the state to keep the legacy going.

  • @em945
    @em945 2 роки тому +28

    Thank you, BBC for filming and promoting this important work.

  • @Lesloi6227
    @Lesloi6227 2 місяці тому +24

    I am sure Wildlife Aid will continue forever - but we will all miss Simon who passed away three weeks ago now.

  • @gemmacruz8529
    @gemmacruz8529 2 роки тому +50

    I do hope that Simon can make his dream come true.

  • @SebastianS39
    @SebastianS39 2 місяці тому +12

    Simon, the world salutes you, and we will carry your torch.

  • @Satssetyoufree
    @Satssetyoufree 2 роки тому +30

    Simon has done so much good for wildlife. He is such an amazingly kind man who will be a great loss but his legacy will live on.

  • @Larch_Lane_Puppies
    @Larch_Lane_Puppies 2 роки тому +23

    I have watched for years from 🇨🇦. Simon is amazing and I hope wildlife aid will continue forever🧡

  • @heidim6468
    @heidim6468 2 роки тому +11

    I am sending out a message to some very rich person to donate land for this wildlife foundation. You could have a chance to do something really wonderful for the animal kingdom…..

  • @EricOconnell-j5r
    @EricOconnell-j5r 3 місяці тому +8

    R.I.P..your work live on and from your father to...many years ago...

  • @manavsuresh878
    @manavsuresh878 2 роки тому +18

    Simon you are a ,amazing man godbless you and your foundation wildlife aid . ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @Charlycakes
    @Charlycakes Рік тому +19

    What annoys me is i just found out able this beautiful human on instagram reels for helping a baby swan. The annoying part is trying to see more of his work but all that comes up is that other simon cowell who does litterally nothing for society. This man is a gift. We need more people like him. Beautiful soul.

    • @rosiefay7283
      @rosiefay7283 3 місяці тому

      Search for "Wildlife Aid Foundation".

    • @fionamaddock3984
      @fionamaddock3984 3 місяці тому +3

      I agree! This is the Simon Cowell that should be talked about and idolised, not the other one who has made a fat living, mainly from other people’s talent!

    • @TypeHoeNegative
      @TypeHoeNegative 2 місяці тому

      search for “simon cowell waf”, other people existing isn’t a new thing.

  • @seanatkinson770
    @seanatkinson770 2 роки тому +16

    Simon is a giant and what he and his team have done for decades is nothing short of miraculous.

  • @RayTheFPSGamer
    @RayTheFPSGamer 2 роки тому +21

    Simon's legacy is one that must continue on for as long as wildlife needs it. The amount of hard work saving all kinds of animals, most of whom have been hurt in some way by the (indirect) actions of humans, that Simon, Lawrie and the rest of the dedicated staff of Wildlife Aid have done for so many years has made such a positive impact on nature already and I cannot imagine the world without them. I really hope they manage to get enough money from donations to continue.

  • @trees915
    @trees915 2 роки тому +22

    Simon, you are a gem!

    • @Kim-lc3fv
      @Kim-lc3fv 2 роки тому +7

      A national treasure!

    • @trees915
      @trees915 2 роки тому +3

      @@Kim-lc3fv Indeed!

  • @freyavanderwesthuizen7281
    @freyavanderwesthuizen7281 2 роки тому +12

    There are no words to describe how I feel about you and the amazing work you have done , and are still doing. You seem like a relative of Richard Attenborough but with your own personality ! What you have given to the World teaches what love truly means , and for the time we were able to have you, you filled it with love and care , and theWorld was a better place. You and your work will continue because you will live on in many peoples hearts and you will have inspired others to follow where you led and continue to lead
    You are an inspirational man , much loved , thank you for giving the World and its animals in particular all the love and care, we can do no better than to ensure we tread in your footsteps. We owe you so much . Thank you so very , very much

  • @SchlichteToven
    @SchlichteToven 2 роки тому +17

    Simon's tearing up made me tear up!

  • @paolagrando5079
    @paolagrando5079 2 роки тому +15

    I, obviously, hope that things go in the right direction, both health wise and about the centre. But I have to add that Simon legacy will carry on not matter what because he inspired and educated so many people. Lots of love 💜

  • @alphaomega5909
    @alphaomega5909 2 роки тому +9

    This just caught my eye. Wife n Ill send some $ your way Sir. God Bless. We both were raised on farms-in the 1940s, but have always loved all nature.

  • @Prodigy68
    @Prodigy68 2 місяці тому +4

    RIP Simon ❤

  • @mariarohmer2374
    @mariarohmer2374 2 місяці тому +4

    Simon, I never met you and I didn't have to. I could see what a grand soul you were and how much the world needed you. Your life and story is a greater success than anyone of these ridiculous celebrities who think they rule the world. The truth is it's the selfless and giving people of the world like Simon who deserve all our praise and attention. We have everything backwards. Thank you for your giving heart, sir. Your loss is very hard to take.😭💔🕯✨

  • @guineapigsue7785
    @guineapigsue7785 2 місяці тому +4

    Rest I peace dear Simon, we all pray your work continues ❤

  • @codymr1974
    @codymr1974 2 місяці тому +5

    There are a lot of wildlife who are tipping their hat in honour of Simon Cowell

  • @barbh6987
    @barbh6987 2 місяці тому +4

    So sorry to hear about the loss of your director. I hope the funds needed will be coming along soon. It's such a shame how much time is wasted trying to convince the public that they played a role in what's happen to the wildlife and should also support those who are trying to correct some of the mistakes that are threatening wildlife. Please help the animals, thank you!

  • @littlewoofie6995
    @littlewoofie6995 2 роки тому +6

    I'm completely agree with everything in this video. This world is nothing without wildlife. They provide so much goodness for us, therefore we MUST provide goodness back. Just seeing those foxes makes me tear up 😢

  • @harrietking8768
    @harrietking8768 Рік тому +5

    Simon Cowell is an absolute hero. This man and his gentle voice and fierce determination to help wildlife has changed the way millions view the plight of our precious wildlife.
    Thank you wildlife aid

  • @TheVanillatech
    @TheVanillatech 3 місяці тому +4

    WLA will always continue Simon. We are all gonna support it, for another 40 years and more. Also bring Maru back! She was easy on the eyes. Makes some calls...

  • @TunTavernWarrior2
    @TunTavernWarrior2 2 роки тому +40

    Simon is a Mench. The mission is his life’s work. They rehabilitate wild animals and release them back into the wild. This is a vital service to his country.

  • @SycamoreSuzy
    @SycamoreSuzy 2 роки тому +13

    Simon is a world treasure. I hope we can all do our little bit to help secure the future of his work.

  • @informedchoice2249
    @informedchoice2249 Рік тому +5

    Unsung hero...

  • @barryrudge1576
    @barryrudge1576 2 роки тому +4

    I've already given last month as this is one of the best wild life rescue organisations in the country and would be a tremendous loss. have you given yet to this most worthy of charirites run my a man who gave up a lucrative career and his home dedicated to wild life care

  • @jenk8385
    @jenk8385 2 місяці тому +3

    We love Simon. Always.

  • @rosebarry
    @rosebarry 2 місяці тому +3

    I never knew of this wonderful man’s existence and yet I am sobbing. God bless you. RIP

  • @theblytonian3906
    @theblytonian3906 2 місяці тому +2

    I just learned Simon passed on 9th June 2024. He made it count. He will be missed. 😢

  • @chiarabay9364
    @chiarabay9364 2 місяці тому +2

    If humans had put the guardianship of their fellow species and wild spaces as their first priority there would be no wars, no rampant capitalism etc.

  • @RandiPoitras
    @RandiPoitras 2 роки тому +3

    Oh Simon... 🥺

  • @lesliemeeks2895
    @lesliemeeks2895 2 роки тому +3

    👃💞💕🙏
    My one & only hero..... 💝

  • @Evadooker
    @Evadooker 2 роки тому +3

    I've been watching them for years i love them

  • @seektruth8662
    @seektruth8662 Рік тому +2

    Wildlife Aid Foundation is my favorite feel good UA-cam channel. Thank you Simon and crew for all your good work.

  • @irenelitvak5576
    @irenelitvak5576 2 роки тому +3

    All the best for you, Simon

  • @ellenmuseum
    @ellenmuseum 2 місяці тому +2

    Blessings❤😢