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Koko

Koko

Born on July 4, 1971 at the San Francisco Zoo as Hanabiko (Japanese for "Fireworks child"). Koko the Gorilla became a celebrity when she allegedly learned ASL (American Sign Language) and was able to communicate with humans and show emotion.

Known for

Won't You Be My Neighbor?
Won't You Be My Neighbor?
2018 • Self (archive footage)
Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People
Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People
2016 • Self
Koko: A Talking Gorilla
Koko: A Talking Gorilla
1978 • Herself

Full filmography

Won't You Be My Neighbor?
Won't You Be My Neighbor?
2018 • Self (archive footage)
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Koko – Biography, Known For & Filmography