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Thousands Celebrate Life of Beloved Albino Alligator Claude

1/19/2026

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A memorial service was held in San Francisco for Claude, an albino alligator who died of liver cancer at age 30.
The service featured a brass band, dancing drag queens, and a Claude-shaped sourdough loaf.
Thousands gathered in Golden Gate Park to celebrate his life.
Stefani emphasized that Claude's uniqueness was celebrated rather than hidden.

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Story summary

A memorial service was held in San Francisco for Claude, an albino alligator who died of liver cancer at age 30.
The service featured a brass band, dancing drag queens, and a Claude-shaped sourdough loaf.
Thousands gathered in Golden Gate Park to celebrate his life.
Stefani emphasized that Claude's uniqueness was celebrated rather than hidden.