Orlando Bloom Morocco dog story Sidi companion

Orlando Bloom has not forgotten Sidi. In an interview with La Vanguardia, the British actor, known for his roles in The Lord of the Rings and Pirates of the Caribbean, discusses his love of dogs and the place they occupy in his life. Among them, one companion holds a special place: Sidi, whom he had rescued in Morocco during a film shoot.

Sidi, the dog from Morocco

"I rescued him in Morocco and he was an extraordinary companion," Orlando Bloom recounts. The actor describes Sidi as a noble, protective and calming dog. For twelve years, the animal accompanied him daily, until becoming much more than a simple pet. "Having a dog is a privilege, even if it also involves great responsibility," he confides.

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The disappearance of Sidi, who died from liver problems, marked the actor. Since then, Orlando Bloom explains having changed the way he monitors his dogs’ health. He now has blood tests performed on his animals, as a precaution. For him, protecting a dog amounts to caring for a family member.

The actor also mentions Mighty, his poodle who disappeared in 2020, a very painful loss. After a week of searching and discovering his collar, Orlando Bloom understood he would not find him. He then had himself tattooed with an M accompanied by a heart, in tribute to this companion.

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Today, Orlando Bloom shares his life with Biggie Smalls, a toy poodle who often accompanies him on his travels. The actor assures that his dog helps him stay calm and keep his feet on the ground.