The True and Tragic Story of Tilikum, SeaWorld's Captive Orca

The “SeaWorld Disaster – Dawn Brancheau’s Final Act” refers to the tragic incident on February 24, 2010, at SeaWorld Orlando, when veteran trainer Dawn Brancheau was killed by Tilikum, a 12,000-pound male orca. During a post-show session, Tilikum pulled her into the water and refused to release her, leading to her death by drowning and traumatic injuries. The event drew global attention, sparking debates over marine mammal captivity, trainer safety, and the ethics of using orcas for entertainmen