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SARGA.CO – Mokie, an Arabian horse once owned by legendary actor Burt Reynolds, has passed away at the rare age of 40—a remarkable lifespan for a horse. Guinness World Records recently announced the news of his passing, shortly after officially recognizing Mokie as the oldest living horse in the world.
Born on February 21, 1985, at Burt Reynolds' private ranch, Mokie—originally named Mohawk—began life as the beloved horse of the Golden Globe and Emmy-winning actor. He lived on the ranch until 1992, when he was sold to a new owner.
But Mokie’s journey didn’t end there. He eventually came into the care of Arica Dzama, a woman from Jupiter, Florida, who became his permanent owner after the previous owner moved away. Under Dzama’s care, Mokie was no longer used for riding but instead lived out his days as a therapy horse, accompanying people going through difficult times in their lives.
“Mokie taught me how to love a horse that doesn’t give back in the form of riding ability,” Dzama told Guinness. “But he showed me what a horse can do with nothing but the magic they carry inside.”
According to Guinness, the average horse lifespan ranges from 25 to 30 years. At 40 years and 83 days old (roughly equivalent to a human age of 115), Mokie stood as a symbol of extraordinary resilience. He was known for his love of food, being brushed, and even giving kisses.
“Mokie was already an old grandpa when he came to me,” Dzama recalled. “Every day with Mokie was a special day.”
Guinness officially verified Mokie’s age on May 14, 2024, but he passed away on June 3, 2024, before receiving his certificate. Nevertheless, Dzama expressed her pride in Mokie being recognized in Guinness World Records as the world’s oldest horse.
“I’ll always remember this. I’m proud to have been part of his life journey and will continue carrying on his legacy. He truly was a very special horse.”
Before Mokie, the title of oldest horse belonged to Echoquette, another extraordinary Arabian mare. Echoquette died suddenly of acute liver failure at the age of 36 years and 222 days in Austin, Texas, after previously living in Arizona and Switzerland.
Today, Mokie is remembered not just for his long life, but for the calm and love he brought as a healing companion to many. His story proves that horses are more than just race animals—they can be soul friends.
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