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'You gave us hope': Fans of famed Big Bear bald eagle Jackie respond to her death
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Lila Seidman , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the response to Jackie's passing can be found in the Los Angeles Times, which has been sharing stories and reactions from her fans.
In Los Angeles , fans are mourning the loss of a beloved bald eagle named Jackie from Big Bear. She was seen as a symbol of motherhood and perseverance by some. Readers have been sharing their emotional tributes to Jackie, expressing their feelings about her death.
Further details about the response to Jackie's passing can be found in the Los Angeles Times, which has been sharing stories and reactions from her fans.
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Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Los Angeles, fans are mourning the loss of a beloved bald eagle named Jackie from Big Bear. She was seen as a symbol of motherhood and perseverance by some. Readers have been sharing their…
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