Julia Roberts made a heartbreaking post on Instagram on May 16. Her family had to say goodbye to their beloved dog, Myrtle. Julie and her husband, Danny Moder, had their dog for nearly two decades. Myrtle was with the family through a lot, including the lives of their children, twins Phineas and Hazel, and son Henry. Julia shared the devastating news of Myrtle’s death on Instagram. She wrote very simply, “Our Myrtle. A Legend. 2006-2025.”
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Friends star Jennifer Aniston shared a sweet message, “I’m so sorry. I love you all and will always be here.”
“Heartbroken. I love you all,” another friend wrote.
Julia Roberts’ Husband Also Shared A Message About Myrtle
Danny Moder shared his own post about Myrtle on the heels of Julia Roberts’ tribute to Myrtle.
“The definition of Fierce Loyalty, even if she bit the pizza man once. RIP Myrtle…aka Myrtle Von Mertzenberger,” Danny wrote.
“So sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing with all of us. I hope the next days are filled with lots of good memories of her,” a friend wrote.
This friend shared a kind message about Danny’s pic. “Looks you straight in the eye. Myrtle will never leave your side. Forever loyal watching over you and the family.”
“So sorry for the loss of your fierce, pizza man biting pup! Pets are such a beloved part of their family. Soon the tears will be replaced with smiles and laughs as you recall all the memories,” another friend wrote.
Julia Roberts is an animal lover who supports organizations that help animals. In December, she shared a sweet Instagram post.
“It’s GIVE BACK TUESDAY!! I am Thrilled my amazing friends @beloveapparel are donating profits from every ‘WE ARE FAMILY’ purchase to Frankie Lola and Friends @lisachiarelli An incredible dog rescue organization! Lisa and her team work like crazy to find loving homes for pups in desperate need! What could be better than that! #unconditionallove #major #wearefamily DM.”
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