Viral Pig Adopted

A miniature pig that went viral after being spotted running through the streets of West Hollywood has been adopted by Grammy-winning songwriter Diane Warren. The pig, dubbed Wilbur, was taken to the West Los Angeles Animal Shelter after being caught and was put up for adoption through a silent auction.

The auction was won by Diane Warren, who made the winning bid through her foundation's managing director, Marcia Zwilling. Warren, who is also an animal welfare activist, has a multi-acre animal rescue ranch in Malibu where the pig will be housed. The pig, estimated to be around 11 weeks old, will be renamed 'Hollywood' and will enjoy gourmet salads every day.

The pig's viral fame began when an e-bike rider spotted it running on a street parallel to Fairfax Boulevard and posted a video of the encounter on TikTok. The video showed the pig, which can grow to be 50-125 pounds in adulthood, trotting along the street, and it quickly gained attention online.

Warren, who has won multiple Grammy awards, said she saw news clips of the pig running through West Hollywood and immediately called her managing director, saying: “Please get the pig, get the pig!” Warren has a history of animal activism and has previously saved a cow with her friend Simone Reyes.

## What's next for Hollywood the pig The pig will now live on Warren's ranch, where it will be cared for and enjoy a safe and wonderful home. Warren has expressed her love for the pig, saying it is the cutest little thing and that animals are precious sentient creatures.

The adoption of the pig has brought a happy ending to the viral story, with Warren saying: “I lost Oscars, but I won a pig, it's awesome.” The pig's new home and name are a fitting ending to its journey from a runaway pig in West Hollywood to a beloved pet of a Grammy-winning songwriter.

## Why it matters The adoption of the pig highlights the importance of animal welfare and the need for safe and loving homes for animals in need. Warren's actions demonstrate her commitment to animal activism and her desire to provide a safe and wonderful home for the pig. The story also shows the power of social media in raising awareness about animal welfare and the impact it can have on people's lives.