Memories of Winter the Dolphin

In memory of

Winter the Dolphin

Clearwater, FL

October 10, 2005 - November 11, 2021

Oct 10, 2005 - Nov 11, 2021

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Lilly Brady

2018

I met winter the year I lost my leg in a car reck, she made me realize I can do anything if not better with only one leg.

I love you winter.

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Alison Morson

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DolphinX Swimmer

I'm so sorry to hear that. Are you ok now? I'm so sorry to hear that. Are you ok now? I'm so sorry to hear that. Are you ok now?

Noël Spadone

To me

dispiace molto che il caro Winter ci abbia lasciato anche se non l'ho mai vista ho appena visto il film sono cadute molte lacrime Winter rimarrà sempre nei nostri cuori

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Noël Spadone

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d0nn@ th0mps0n

we love you winter :)

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Charlee Etnier

Christina Vant Hof

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Lilou Therrien

I love you Winter you taught me that i could do anything even if my friends bullied and teased me ! Even ... Read more I love you Winter you taught me that i could do anything even if my friends bullied and teased me ! Even if i didn't see you in... Read more I love you Winter you taught me that i could do anything... Read more

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Lynn France friLinda Benn

I am still surprised to see all your new babies ❤️ in the last year BUT I still look for Winter. We lived on Drew St. in Clearwater when Winter came in to the Aquarium. We visited her often. She helped me through domestic violence, a nasty divorce, and the fact moving back to Canada was a must for my safety. I love her and always do. Lynn France. Hamilton Ontario Canada.

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Elliott Walko

2022, CM Aquariums

Summer camp

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Terri P

2022, Tinton Falls, NJ, USA

I can’t believe it’s been a year already. I had a good cry thinking about how much you inspired people all over the world and how death took you to soon. I was one of the lucky ones who got to see you in person. What a miracle you were. I am looking forward to seeing the beautiful garden they are making in your honor. I know CMA is doing everything in their power to keep your memory alive. Swim free with a perfect tail🐬❤️

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Alexandria Wagner

I also wanted to express that my thoughts are with the amazing caregivers at CMA during this time on the anniversary of losing Winter. They are all doing amazing things to honor her memory there at CMA and to keep her memory alive. Even though I’ve never had the chance to visit, I do follow CMA and I receive the emails and the newsletters. Everything they’re doing to celebrate Winter is so beautiful. I still hope to visit someday to experience it.

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Alexandria Wagner

I just can’t believe it’s been a year yesterday already that the world lost this sweet little dolphin. I will always regret never having the chance to visit CMA and meeting Winter. It would have been an unforgettable experience to see her in person. But the fact that the world can cherish and honor her memory through the Dolphin Tale movies, through supporting CMA, and by reminiscing on the impact Winter had on the world is just as rewarding. Her memory does live on in those ways and her spirit is the heart of CMA. I love that she impacted so many kids and adults alike in the world through her perseverance. She was a strong little dolphin, and she will forever be missed.

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Makayla Filippone

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Lilou Therrien

Oh yes, she will be missed and if no one will remember her, I will she will always have a BIG place in my... Read more Oh yes, she will be missed and if no one will remember her, I will she will always have a BIG place in my little heart ! I LOVE... Read more Oh yes, she will be missed and if no one will remember... Read more

Jennifer Kerrine

I was devastated when I heard the news of Winter's passing. I followed her life after seeing her in Dolphin Tale. I typically don’t watch family friendly movies but it moved me to tears and I took an interest in her life. She will always be remembered ❤️

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Alison Morson

I feel the same way. I feel the same way. I feel the same way.

Cheri DeWitt

2021, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL, USA

Our "Winter Wonderland" - Meeting Winter

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Darren Turner

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Cheri DeWitt

2021, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL, USA

Our "Winter Wonderland" - Meeting Winter

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Cheri DeWitt

2021, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL, USA

Our "Winter Wonderland" - Meeting Winter

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Cheri DeWitt

2021, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL, USA

Our "Winter Wonderland" - Meeting Winter

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Cheri DeWitt

My daughter and I literally spent 4 consecutive days just hanging out with Winter and the rest of her CMA... Read more My daughter and I literally spent 4 consecutive days just hanging out with Winter and the rest of her CMA family. Once we had ... Read more My daughter and I literally spent 4 consecutive days... Read more

Albano Cabrera

2021, Argentina

Winter fue nuestra inspiración, siempre en nuestro corazones, fuimos dos días antes a verlo con nuestra hija Sofía con autismo.

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Valery Pate

Happy First 1yr Anniversary to Winter that I miss her I didn't get the chance to meet her up close and when I was in Clearwater FL that I have the chance to see Winter and Hope at Clearwater Marine Aquarium . I have loved Winter from the 2 Dolphin Tale movies and I always have tears in my eyes when I watched Winter and Hope Accepted in the movie Dolphin Tale 2 that they became friends .

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Teresita Tobon

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Valery Pate

You will always be in my 💓 Happy 1st Anniversary Winter ❤️ You will always be in my 💓 Happy 1st Anniversary Winter ❤️ You will always be in my 💓 Happy 1st Anniversary Winter... Read more

Martina Burkhard

Never forgotten, always in my heart. She touched my very soul from the moment I heard of Winter and her amazing journey.

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Teresita Tobon

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Taylor Kressley

2011, Clearwater, FL, USA

A trip to the aquarium for my 16th birthday

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Taylor Kressley

I was [sad ] when I heard the news of Winter's passing. It was the day after my 26th birthday.. winter I am happy you are finally in the ocean and can swim free and be with Panama and all the animals that have passed from the Clearwater aquarium

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Kathy Bletz

I am so glad that my son and I went to Clearwater Marine Aquarium and got to see Winter. It was such a joy to watch her swimming and playing. We had just seen the first movie, which prompted our visit, and so to be there in person witnessing this wonderful creature up close and personal was amazing! It's hard to believe that visit was nine years ago! She was such an inspiration to so many people! You are loved and missed, Winter!

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Tanya Rowe

What a wonderful girl you were Winter, You will always be remembered and you will always be missed such a joy to the world always and forever in our hearts x❤️

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Taylor Kressley

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Donna Schick

Our youngest granddaughter Ella absolutely loved Winter and we have so many fun memories of talking about her and watching videos. Sadly we were never able to get to the Aquarium to see her in person. Our thoughts are with all of Winter's family and friends who provided her with such great care all her years at CWA. Thinking of her always brings a smile to my face.

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Maria Hardy

I can’t believe it’s one year! 😭😭 Still remember you Winter and miss you terribly you were a great movie star one of the best!😘❤️❤️❤️

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Taylor Kressley

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Luisa McGinn

My thoughts are with all Winter's CWA family today, and we treasure her in our hearts with you. 💝

Dearest Winter,

Following your rescue, you rescued so many more of us in return. I only hope you can now see how many lives you've changed for the better, including my own, making our world a better place. You are a constant inspiration to me and so many others and will forever in our hearts and minds. God bless you always, sweet angel 🙏🌹💙🐬💋✨️💖✨️

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