The real-life donkey behind Eddie Murphy's iconic 'Shrek' character has died, leaving a legacy as 'an icon' of Hollywood.
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The donkey, whose name was Rudy, was paid handsomely for his role in inspiring the lovable ogre Donkey from the 'Shrek' franchise.
According to Rudy's handler, the donkey was a true 'icon' of the entertainment industry, with a personality that shone through in the beloved animated character.
The real-life donkey behind Eddie Murphy's iconic 'Shrek' character has died, leaving a legacy as 'an icon' of Hollywood.
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The donkey, whose name was Rudy, was paid handsomely for his role in inspiring the lovable ogre Donkey from the 'Shrek' franchise.
According to Rudy's handler, the donkey was a true 'icon' of the entertainment industry, with a personality that shone through in the beloved animated character.