Overview

• Julia Roberts announced the passing of her 19-year-old rescue dog Myrtle on May 16, 2025, via Instagram, calling her 'a legend.'
• Danny Moder, Roberts' husband, shared his own tribute, praising Myrtle's loyalty and humorously recalling her biting a pizza delivery man.
• Myrtle, adopted in 2006, had a unique presence in Roberts' life, even appearing in her 2023 Chopard Loves Cinema campaign.
• Roberts has been a longtime advocate for animal welfare, partnering with Be Love Apparel in December 2024 to support Frankie Lola and Friends dog rescue.
• The loss comes during a period of family transition, as the couple's youngest child, Henry, nears adulthood and potential college plans.