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Tom Hardy Posts Emotional Tribute For His Dog Who Just Passed Away, And People Are Drowning In Tears
London-born actor Tom Hardy has stolen many ladies hearts and won over many movie connoisseurs with his astounding performances in movies ranging from Mad Max to the historical Dunkirk. But there’s much more to Tom Hardy than just being a famous actor and a heartthrob.
The actor has just shared the devastating news that his beloved pet dog Woodstock passed away – and people all over the world are saying they’re crying for the canine they ‘haven’t even met.’
Hardy was in a car when they nearly ran over the 11-week-old Woodstock. The famous actor decided to stop his car and go after him.
Since that moment, the two have been inseparable – remember, Hardy even attended the premiere of the film Legend back in 2015 with the famous dog by his side.
So, when Woodstock recently died of aggressive polymyositis after six years of companionship, Hardy was full of praise for his dog. “I am ultimately grateful for his loyal companionship and love, and it is of some great comfort that he is no longer suffering. Above all, I am completely gutted. The world for me was a better place with him in it and by my side.”
So next time you watch one of Tom Hardy’s movies, remember that he’s not just an image in your screen, he’s also a profound human being. Scroll down below to read the sad story for yourself.
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Tom Hardy’s dog Woodstock just passed away…
And here’s the actor’s emotional tribute to his dog:
Some of the moments they shared together:
What do you think ?
John L 7 years ago
Tom, I grieved terribly when my Barney was taken away suddenly. I went almost nine months before finding another four-legged baby. But don't do that. Find another sweet fellow and he/she will help you get over your grief far better.
Amanda 7 years ago
My dog died April 15, 2016 at 9:06, and my family can't look at other dogs without thinking of her. I loved her till the end.
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Angela Fuji 7 years ago
They really do make us better people in every way. I'm so sorry. What a beautiful soul.
Blake Chamberlain 7 years ago
cutting onions much jeeezus...my heart breaks for Tom. Rip Woodstock. you're a good boy.
Fairsher 7 years ago
There is not much in the world that compares to the love we feel for our dogs nor the pain we feel when they leave us. With each one of mine passing I would swear to never go through it again,that pain.But soon it lifts just enough to let yet another come into my life and I feel that special love only a dog can give.
laurie 7 years ago
Same with me. A piece of me dies with every dog of mine that passed and I always says never again. But I always find another dog who needs me and who I need. Dogs rule. I'm glad Tom shared his story of Woodstock so he knows how many people understand how he feels. It's almost unbearable to lose a dog.
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Sasha Bharti 7 years ago
I don't have/want kids but my dogs are definitely my equivalent I lost one not so long ago and know the pain. At least woody isn't in pain
Ann Sutherland 7 years ago
I lost my Black Lab 1st June 2017 he was my best friend, always ready to great anyone that came to the house, and boy do I miss him. Loved him loads. Run free my big fella. xxx
Gillian Black 7 years ago
my heart goes out to you they become part of us just like our kids do, and sometime or loyal lol, I lost my fur baby Tobie 2 months ago just a year after losing my husband, my heart broke he was 12.5 years old has his own baby seat in the car was my little bub,
Kim Warren 7 years ago
"how lucky am I to have something that makes saying good-bye so hard". We don't deserve the purity of their love, and the grief is a small price to pay for it, for sure.
John Gilroy 7 years ago
Very well said Mr. Hardy! Been there twice myself so I have a good how you feel. It's hard to top the unconditional love that's meted out by our pets. My sincere condolences.
Sofia Bellavista 7 years ago
You can tell how happy and relaxed Tom was in Woody's company, his expression says it all
Sharon Rose 7 years ago
The second time I've read this and every time I cry. Feel your loss it's so sad. You gave him the best life ever you two were meant to be. You were meant to find each other and be together even though it was a short time. Thoughts and prayers to you all your family. Xxx❤️
Phoebe Deeter 7 years ago
My sweet Bladey passed in August 2016. I miss her every single day and I know her brother does too. We went through a good 6 months of Buddy losing weight and increased cortisol...it was stress from losing her (he's better now). She was my little girl - amazing, intelligent, funny, and so full of character. Your letter made me cry because I get it. Completely. You will see Woodstock again, just like I'll see my Bladeygirl. (I had several names for her too). My heart goes out to you and your family, and all who loved him.
Sandy Shea 7 years ago
Oh goodness. What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful dog. You were gone too soon Woodstock. You sure had a lot of love in those years.
Gail Walsh 7 years ago
Every dog lover in the world understands the special grief felt when our four legged 'best mate' passes. If only we could be as good a person as our dog/s think we are.
Linda Sellers 7 years ago
This is beautiful and heart wrenching. I've had dogs all my life. I can't live without one. When they passed it was like a razor blade on my heart. I'm in old fartdom now and I still miss all my babies. Their pictures are all over my apartment! For the past 10 yrs or so I've been a foster for some poochies. I currently have Harley, a rescue Schitzu. I shouldn't admit this but sometimes my Harley gets breakfast in bed!
Lynn Ritchie 7 years ago
Dogs see into your soul ..they only want love and to love us back,,the world would be a lot worse for us humans without our faithfull best friends
Bisa Mulia 7 years ago
This article left a hole in my chest... painful to read but glad to know tht woody's life has been wonderful
Sandra Quinn 7 years ago
I amm still grieving for 1 of my best friends,fur baby so i know how you are feeling.You gave him lots of love & a happy life
Lucine Kazanian 7 years ago
I am a big fan of Tom Hardy & feel his pain 😢But, it breaks my heart that people are not as responsive to all the children being slaughtered in war stricken countries !!!
Avis Holt 7 years ago
I know EXACTLY how he feels. My "Velcro Boy," Max, died two months ago and it's still VERY painful, I don't think I'll ever get over it. He too was found running the streets of Las Vegas. A friend asked me to look after him for a night and about a half hour after he entered my home, HE was home. Unlike you, with only 6 years with Woody, Max was with me for the next 14 years and he filled my life with love and devotion. I've had eight dogs in the last 47 years but Max was SPECIAL. :'( Go have a romp with my boy, Woodstock. I wish every dog was as loved as you and my Max! <3
Sally Weatherhead 7 years ago
When your beloved dog dies it takes a piece of your heart with it. We are so blessed to have them in our lives, giving us unconditional love and companionship.
Sasha Bharti 7 years ago
Dogs are too good to humans . Am I drowning in tears yes and I am so grateful as I am fortunate enough to know what a dogs love feels like!
Liz Newnham 7 years ago
I really feel your pain tom and know what it's like to lose your furbaby. It's so hard to see the empty bed and miss seeing your shadow around you. Woody will be with u always and will be waiting to be reunited with you when it is your time to leave this world. I know how much you love dogs cause I also love my babies. When you feel ready there will be another furbaby waiting for you to share your life with. Much love to you all xxx
Laurielynne Kavin 7 years ago
Words could NEVER express the ultimate unconditional "TRUE" love we give and get from our pets. I lost one of my best friends 3 years ago and I ended up in the hospital because I did not think I could go on without him. I had adopted a puppy when I learned my LOVE was in heart failure and it was the best thing I could have done. They were together for a year and now this one is already 4 and a half and he reminds me of the one I lost as almost the same breed. I will always have that SPECIAL one forever in my heart but knowing the LOVE GOD has for all of his creatures I WILL see him again one day I know it. I can't wait but right now I have another great one to love and take care of and spoil. My heartfelt prayers, thoughts and everything else goes to you as it has to be one of the hardest things someone can go through it is like losing your child. With Our blessings, Laurielynne and Cherubfranklyn
Mary McAndrew 7 years ago
I know how you feel I lost my beautiful cat sam he was the most loveable cat you could wish for and i miss and say good night and morning to him everyday and always will
Helen Benjamins 2 years ago
My two Jacks run free somewhere over that rainbow bridge. I won’t mind when my time comes I know they will be there to greet me. ❤️🐾
John L 7 years ago
Tom, I grieved terribly when my Barney was taken away suddenly. I went almost nine months before finding another four-legged baby. But don't do that. Find another sweet fellow and he/she will help you get over your grief far better.
Amanda 7 years ago
My dog died April 15, 2016 at 9:06, and my family can't look at other dogs without thinking of her. I loved her till the end.
Load More Replies... Angela Fuji 7 years ago
They really do make us better people in every way. I'm so sorry. What a beautiful soul.
Blake Chamberlain 7 years ago
cutting onions much jeeezus...my heart breaks for Tom. Rip Woodstock. you're a good boy.
Fairsher 7 years ago
There is not much in the world that compares to the love we feel for our dogs nor the pain we feel when they leave us. With each one of mine passing I would swear to never go through it again,that pain.But soon it lifts just enough to let yet another come into my life and I feel that special love only a dog can give.
laurie 7 years ago
Same with me. A piece of me dies with every dog of mine that passed and I always says never again. But I always find another dog who needs me and who I need. Dogs rule. I'm glad Tom shared his story of Woodstock so he knows how many people understand how he feels. It's almost unbearable to lose a dog.
Load More Replies... Sasha Bharti 7 years ago
I don't have/want kids but my dogs are definitely my equivalent I lost one not so long ago and know the pain. At least woody isn't in pain
Ann Sutherland 7 years ago
I lost my Black Lab 1st June 2017 he was my best friend, always ready to great anyone that came to the house, and boy do I miss him. Loved him loads. Run free my big fella. xxx
Gillian Black 7 years ago
my heart goes out to you they become part of us just like our kids do, and sometime or loyal lol, I lost my fur baby Tobie 2 months ago just a year after losing my husband, my heart broke he was 12.5 years old has his own baby seat in the car was my little bub,
Kim Warren 7 years ago
"how lucky am I to have something that makes saying good-bye so hard". We don't deserve the purity of their love, and the grief is a small price to pay for it, for sure.
John Gilroy 7 years ago
Very well said Mr. Hardy! Been there twice myself so I have a good how you feel. It's hard to top the unconditional love that's meted out by our pets. My sincere condolences.
Sofia Bellavista 7 years ago
You can tell how happy and relaxed Tom was in Woody's company, his expression says it all
Sharon Rose 7 years ago
The second time I've read this and every time I cry. Feel your loss it's so sad. You gave him the best life ever you two were meant to be. You were meant to find each other and be together even though it was a short time. Thoughts and prayers to you all your family. Xxx❤️
Phoebe Deeter 7 years ago
My sweet Bladey passed in August 2016. I miss her every single day and I know her brother does too. We went through a good 6 months of Buddy losing weight and increased cortisol...it was stress from losing her (he's better now). She was my little girl - amazing, intelligent, funny, and so full of character. Your letter made me cry because I get it. Completely. You will see Woodstock again, just like I'll see my Bladeygirl. (I had several names for her too). My heart goes out to you and your family, and all who loved him.
Sandy Shea 7 years ago
Oh goodness. What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful dog. You were gone too soon Woodstock. You sure had a lot of love in those years.
Gail Walsh 7 years ago
Every dog lover in the world understands the special grief felt when our four legged 'best mate' passes. If only we could be as good a person as our dog/s think we are.
Linda Sellers 7 years ago
This is beautiful and heart wrenching. I've had dogs all my life. I can't live without one. When they passed it was like a razor blade on my heart. I'm in old fartdom now and I still miss all my babies. Their pictures are all over my apartment! For the past 10 yrs or so I've been a foster for some poochies. I currently have Harley, a rescue Schitzu. I shouldn't admit this but sometimes my Harley gets breakfast in bed!
Lynn Ritchie 7 years ago
Dogs see into your soul ..they only want love and to love us back,,the world would be a lot worse for us humans without our faithfull best friends
Bisa Mulia 7 years ago
This article left a hole in my chest... painful to read but glad to know tht woody's life has been wonderful
Sandra Quinn 7 years ago
I amm still grieving for 1 of my best friends,fur baby so i know how you are feeling.You gave him lots of love & a happy life
Lucine Kazanian 7 years ago
I am a big fan of Tom Hardy & feel his pain 😢But, it breaks my heart that people are not as responsive to all the children being slaughtered in war stricken countries !!!
Avis Holt 7 years ago
I know EXACTLY how he feels. My "Velcro Boy," Max, died two months ago and it's still VERY painful, I don't think I'll ever get over it. He too was found running the streets of Las Vegas. A friend asked me to look after him for a night and about a half hour after he entered my home, HE was home. Unlike you, with only 6 years with Woody, Max was with me for the next 14 years and he filled my life with love and devotion. I've had eight dogs in the last 47 years but Max was SPECIAL. :'( Go have a romp with my boy, Woodstock. I wish every dog was as loved as you and my Max! <3
Sally Weatherhead 7 years ago
When your beloved dog dies it takes a piece of your heart with it. We are so blessed to have them in our lives, giving us unconditional love and companionship.
Sasha Bharti 7 years ago
Dogs are too good to humans . Am I drowning in tears yes and I am so grateful as I am fortunate enough to know what a dogs love feels like!
Liz Newnham 7 years ago
I really feel your pain tom and know what it's like to lose your furbaby. It's so hard to see the empty bed and miss seeing your shadow around you. Woody will be with u always and will be waiting to be reunited with you when it is your time to leave this world. I know how much you love dogs cause I also love my babies. When you feel ready there will be another furbaby waiting for you to share your life with. Much love to you all xxx
Laurielynne Kavin 7 years ago
Words could NEVER express the ultimate unconditional "TRUE" love we give and get from our pets. I lost one of my best friends 3 years ago and I ended up in the hospital because I did not think I could go on without him. I had adopted a puppy when I learned my LOVE was in heart failure and it was the best thing I could have done. They were together for a year and now this one is already 4 and a half and he reminds me of the one I lost as almost the same breed. I will always have that SPECIAL one forever in my heart but knowing the LOVE GOD has for all of his creatures I WILL see him again one day I know it. I can't wait but right now I have another great one to love and take care of and spoil. My heartfelt prayers, thoughts and everything else goes to you as it has to be one of the hardest things someone can go through it is like losing your child. With Our blessings, Laurielynne and Cherubfranklyn
Mary McAndrew 7 years ago
I know how you feel I lost my beautiful cat sam he was the most loveable cat you could wish for and i miss and say good night and morning to him everyday and always will
Helen Benjamins 2 years ago
My two Jacks run free somewhere over that rainbow bridge. I won’t mind when my time comes I know they will be there to greet me. ❤️🐾
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