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James Gunn, a well-renowned name in the superhero genre, has now been named the Person of the Year by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). However, this achievement has left fans puzzled as they believe another name deserved the award more. Fans have mentioned Bradley Cooper as their choice for the award.
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Both personalities collaborated in Marvel’sGuardians of the Galaxyseries. This is the very sub-franchise that helped Cooper showcase further depth by voicing Rocket Raccoon. Many fans seemingly believe that the latter should be the one getting the trophy!
James Gunn Has Been Named Person of the Year by PETA
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PETA has named DC Studios co-CEO,James Gunnas the Person of the Year in light of his spectacular contribution to the Marvel Studios’ hit movie,Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.The organization took toInstagramto honor the director by writing,
“He uses his storytelling skills to expose the horrors of animal experimentation to millions of people, fiercely promotes adoption in his own life, & so much more. We’re proud to recognize James Gunn as this year’s biggest superhero for animals.”
Not only did they honor him, but also appreciated the work he did in the MCU movie.
“From using Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 to expose the suffering of millions of animals used in lab experiments to adopting his dogs and cat – James Gunn is a champion for animals.”
While his storytelling skills have indeed left an indelible mark in the film-making world, fans couldn’t help but point out theGuardians and the Galaxyactor believing he was the one who deserved the honor.
Fans Think Bradley Cooper Would Have Gotten the PETA Honor!
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Many fans expressed their disappointment after Gunn was bestowed with the precious honor. They took to X to share their opinions about who would have been a deserving individual for the role.Check out the tweets here.
Bradley cooper robbed again
— FMG (@FlintLamar_)July 31, 2025
If we’re saying it should be Cooper, then it should also be Sean
— Michael Pagnotti #JoinDarkOrder (@PAGNOTTI_)July 17, 2025
Shouldn’t it be Bradley Cooper…
— Happy Captain (@EODHappyCaptain)August 14, 2025
He made a movie. He didn’t save any animals. SMH lol
— yautjagangsta (@yautjagangsta)August 17, 2025
We all know who really deserved this spot
— Ningen人間 (@A_kolade_O)Jul 04, 2025
The actor is well known for his kind deeds including the 2018 buzz when he cast his own dog, Charlie in his movie,A Star Is Born. This movie led PETA to bestow him an “Oscat” for promoting kindness to animals through positive actions, storylines, and CGI.
He is widely recognized for voicing Rocket Raccoon in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films. The character left audiences spellbound once again after James Gunn’s last MCU movie delved deep into his origin story that unfolded the tragic events he went through to become the Rocket we know today.
Having grossed over $845 million worldwide, theGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3is now available to watch on Disney+.
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