lion

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The single funniest gag arrives before the opening credits, when the roaring of the MGM lion is replaced by a baaaing sound.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Facebook members who responded to the Escondido police online post expressed relief that the mountain lion was not euthanized.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

“Cats” is still “Cats” — now and forever, as the musical’s iconic slogan warned — but this production infuses the old lion with new vitality.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

He said the wildlife park aimed to open both the lion and new tiger habitats to visitors later this year.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

I was focused on the lion, and the lion was again looking at me right in the eye.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola