Species | Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes) |
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Sex | Male |
Born | c. 1929 |
Died | February 28, 1938 | (aged 8–9)
Cause of death | Pneumonia |
Resting place | Los Angeles Pet Cemetery |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1932-1938 |
Known for | The first chimpanzee to play the character Cheeta |
Owner | Tony & Jacqueline Gentry |
Jiggs (c. 1929 – February 28, 1938) was a male chimpanzee and animal actor who originated the character of Cheeta in the 1930s Hollywood Tarzan movies. He was owned and trained by Tony and Jacqueline Gentry.[1][2][3][4][5]