"RIP Morris." Jay Young, who runs the Colorado Gator Farm, told USA TODAY that he noticed something was wrong when he brought him food and he didn't eat it. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily ...

The alligator movie star once featured in films like “Happy Gilmore” and “Dr. Dolittle 2” died at over 80 years old.

After taking part in several movies, Morris spent the rest of his days at Colorado Gators Reptile Park in Mosca, Colorado. Owner Jay Young said Morris was known for his aggressive behavior ...

“While we knew this was inevitable, we are very saddened by his passing to old age,” they wrote on a Facebook video that showed Young stroking Morris’ head. “He started acting strange a ...

Jay Young puts on a show for visitors at Colorado Gators and Reptile Park in the San Luis Valley on March 15, 2022, in Mosca, Colorado. The gator named Morris is used to the spotlight after ...

The alligator movie star once featured in films like “Happy Gilmore” and “Dr. Dolittle 2” died at over 80 years old.

Thanks to Mr. Young for taking care of you all these years, and vaya con dios, old friend. The Colorado Gator Farm, to which Morris retired after his long and illustrious show business career in 2006, ...