Vegetarian StarSpain’s Catalonia Bans Bullfighting. Ricky Gervais, Animal Lovers Rejoice.

Spain’s Catalonia Bans Bullfighting. Ricky Gervais, Animal Lovers Rejoice.

Written by Vegetarian Star on July 28th, 2010 in Actors, Animal Issues, Comedians, Videos.

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Ricky Gervais

On Wednesday, Catalonia became the first region in Spain to ban bullfighting!

With 68 in favor and 55 against the measure that would make it illegal in the region, animal activists around the world can celebrate a milestone reached in eliminating animal cruelty.

According to Time, the Catalan Parliament echoes sentiments uncovered by a 2006 survey that found 71% of Catalans are opposed to bullfighting. Attendance at the events has dwindled over the years and similar attempts to ban the “sport” have been made in the past.

When comedian and actor Ricky Gervais heard about the proposal in Spain, he recorded a PSA, urging a “yes” vote on the ban.