HBO is investigating the death of horses in the “golden era” in production

The tragedy hits HBO’s production of “The Gilded Age.”

The network announced the death of the horse on a set of shows that they consider most likely to be the “natural cause.”

“According to a preliminary survey by a veterinarian, HBO was saddened to learn that a horse had fallen and died, probably due to nature, on June 28, while filming on The Gilded Age set. “HBO said in a statement. TheWrap.. “Animal safety and well-being in all of our work is a top priority, and the creators of The Gilded Age should work with American Humans to fully comply with all safety precautions. I am doing it. Following AHA’s recommendations, horses were transported to the facility for complete autopsy. AHA has interviewed all involved and complete autopsy results are pending. “

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According to someone who knows the situation, the horse was 22 years old and was not accustomed to the shooting scene. Production ended that day after the horse fell and attempts were made to help the animals.

PETA responded to the news with anger

“We are asking HBO to confirm the death, conduct an immediate internal investigation of the case, and hold one or more parties responsible for allowing the case to occur,” PETA’s film and television. Coordinator of Animals, Courtney Penley, said in a letter to HBO’s Chief Content Officer, Casey Bloys. “Finally, I would like you to take measures to prevent the same thing from happening again.”

This isn’t the first time a horse has died on the HBO Production set.

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In 2012, three horses died while filming the horse racing drama “Luck”. The show was canceled one season after the news of death. The letter also referred to this case and evoked the company’s achievements.

“These animals were ineligible, had arthritis, were taking medication, and were pushed out of capacity,” she continued. “Many people weren’t used to the set and weren’t trained, but they were retired racehorses. We expect HBO to have learned something from that experience. That means horses are not props. They are sensitive animals that can be easily surprised and they have to gradually get used to the changing conditions of the set. “