I am against senseless violence, oppression and exploitation - that's why I'm vegan and continue to advocate for those with no choice and no voice.

Seven years ago, I went inside a slaughterhouse in the UK. It changed my life. Only then did I understand that when I said I ‘loved animals’ and cared about the environment, my actions were in direct conflict with my values of compassion and non-violence toward all sentient beings. The realisation hit hard.

Coming face to face with the victims we condemn to a life of unimaginable pain and suffering changed my value system as I witnessed, first-hand, the cruel, violent, unethical and morally repugnant practices of slaughterhouses and factory farms. My awareness then expanded to animal agriculture’s devastating impact on the environment and the detrimental effect eating animals has on our health and collective resources. Finally, I understood that wherever animal exploitation takes place, whether it’s a pharmaceutical testing lab, an Aquarium, a zoo or the Grand National, misery and suffering accompany it. I decided then to devote my life to advocating for those with no choice and no voice, those who are no different to our cats and dogs, and those who want to live in peace and security, free from harm.

https://www.landofhopeandglory.org

The Whale Bowl is an award-winning documentary I narrated which has gone on to win critical acclaim internationally. I was honoured to be a part of this project, which highlights the desperate plight of captive cetaceans the world over.