**Jane Goodall, Renowned Primatologist and Conservationist, Dies at 91**
*October 1, 2025, 2:26 p.m. ET* — Jane Goodall, best known for her groundbreaking research and tireless work to protect chimpanzees, has passed away at the age of 91, RadarOnline.com can reveal. The celebrated animal welfare activist remained active well into her 90s and was recently in California as part of her ongoing speaking tour.
**Institute Confirms Passing**
The Jane Goodall Institute issued a statement confirming the news: “The Jane Goodall Institute has learned this morning, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, that Dr. Jane Goodall DBE, UN Messenger of Peace and Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, has passed away due to natural causes. She was in California as part of her speaking tour in the United States.”
The statement continued, “Dr. Goodall’s discoveries as an ethologist revolutionized science, and she was a tireless advocate for the protection and restoration of our natural world.”
**Public Remembrances and Tributes**
Social media quickly filled with tributes and messages mourning Goodall’s passing. One user expressed, “Rest in peace, Jane Goodall. You taught us that kindness is a form of strength and that respect for life in all its forms is the truest measure of humanity. You will be dearly missed.”
Another wrote, “It is impossible to sum up the impact she has had on our world and on science in a social media post. She lived a long and incredible life, but I am devastated.”
“A pioneer, a dreamer, a voice for animals and the planet,” praised another admirer. “She taught us to see ourselves in chimpanzees and hope in nature, and the world feels less friendly without her.”
**A Life Dedicated to Chimpanzees and Conservation**
Goodall founded the Jane Goodall Institute in 1977 to support ongoing research on great apes. She also established Roots & Shoots, a global youth program aimed at environmental and humanitarian efforts, along with TACARE, which focuses on sustainable development in African villages.
She began her research at just 26 years old, studying chimpanzees in the wild in Tanzania. Through her pioneering work, she revealed that primates exhibit a wide range of behaviors similar to humans, such as communication, use of tools, and complex social interactions.
During a 2020 interview with ABC News, Goodall reflected on primate behavior: “Their behavior, with their gestures, kissing, embracing, holding hands, and patting on the back… The fact that they can actually be violent and brutal and have a kind of war, but also loving and altruistic.”
**Inspiration for Women in STEM**
Goodall’s dedication also inspired countless women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). According to The Jane Goodall Institute, the proportion of women in STEM fields has risen from 7% to 26% in the past 60 years, a testament to her influence and outreach.
**Advocate for Environmental Action**
Beyond her work with animals, Goodall was a passionate advocate for addressing the climate crisis. She often emphasized humanity’s urgent need to act. “We are definitely at a point where we need to make something happen. We are imperiled. We have a window of time. I’m fairly sure we do. But, we’ve got to take action,” she stated.
**Guided by Her Mother’s Wisdom**
Throughout her life, Goodall credited her mother’s encouragement as a driving force behind her success. In an interview on the *Call Her Daddy* podcast with host Alex Cooper, she shared, “She said, if you really want to do something like this, you’re going to have to work really hard. Take advantage of every opportunity. And if you don’t give up, hopefully you find a way.”
Reflecting on the love and support she received, Goodall added, “I wish mom was alive, and maybe she’s listening. The number of people who said, ‘Jane, I want to thank you. You’ve taught me because you did it. I can do it too.’”
Jane Goodall’s legacy will continue to inspire conservation efforts and the pursuit of knowledge for generations to come.
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