Keiko the Untold Story of the Star of Free Willy

Fans of Keiko, the beloved star of Free Willy, finally uncover the true story behind his groundbreaking journey as the first and only captive orca to be successfully returned to the wild. Despite being an unlikely candidate for release due to his extensive time in captivity, Keiko thrived for over five years in his natural habitat. During his rehabilitation, he gained over 3,000 pounds, interacted with wild orcas, swam across the North Atlantic, and lived out his days as a middle-aged orca. His story stands as a testament to the possibility of successful rehabilitation and release of captive marine animals. Join Keiko’s legacy and support efforts to rescue, rehabilitate, and release other whales and dolphins still in captivity.