Paul Sorvino is famous for his imposing role as mob boss "Paulie Cicero" in Goodfellas, his on the money portrayal of Henry Kissinger in Nixon, and his role as "Fulgencio Capulet" in Baz Luhrmann's Romeo and Juliet. Sorvino is also recognized for his role as "Sergeant Phil Cerreta" in the hit TV show Law and Order.  Sir Paul has committed himself to helping to spread awareness about the evils of horse slaughter.

Willie Nelson and the Nelson family have been raising awareness to end horse slaughter for almost ten years. Willie Nelson’s daughter, and grand-daughter, Amy and Raelyn (Aunt and Niece), have been working locally in their state of TN and federally on behalf of the horses. They have lobbied in Washington D.C. on multiple occasions to gain support for the Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act (H.R 503/ SB. 727). The girls and Willie all speak at various venues in effort to teach others how to show support for the Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act and also the Restore Our American Mustangs Act ROAM to amend the 1971 Free Roaming Wild Horses and Burros Act.

Linda Gray is a multi-award winning international actress an accomplished director, a long time animal advocate, an environmentalist, and a former United Nations Ambassador. “My role is to meet people, listen to what they have to say and see what we can do to help” says Linda. Linda is also a supporter of therapeutic horsemanship. She recently helped “Ride On”, a non-profit group that teaches horseback-riding skills to mentally and physically challenged children and adults get a new riding surface through the Ford Motor Co. with their ground up used tires. Her award winning portrayal of ‘Sue Ellen’, in the legendary TV phenomenon DALLAS, brought her international fame and critical acclaim, earning her an Emmy nomination for Best Actress, Germany’s Bambi Award (which is equivalent to the United States Academy Award), Italy’s Il Gato for Best Actress on television, and she was voted Woman of the Year from the Hollywood and Radio Television Society.

Tippi Hedren is well known for her starring role in Hitchcock's classic “The Birds” where she earned her Golden Globe award. Between over twenty films and numerous television appearances, she's been involved in a wide variety of humanitarian and environmental causes, almost overshadowing her screen work. She has been honored with "The Helen Woodward Animal Center's Annual Humane Award" (1995), the prestigious Founder's Award from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (1996) and the "Lion and Lamb Award" from Wildhaven (1997) for her work on behalf of animal rights and conservation. Perhaps Tippi Hedren's most unique endeavor is being "den mother" and close friend to sixty-odd big cats - lion, tiger, leopard, cougar, and servals at The Roar Foundation's Shambala Preserve near Acton, California.

 

Ken Wahl: Ken is best known for his Golden Globe Award for his lead role as Vinnie Terranova in the hit television series Wiseguy. Wahl's first key role was as the lead character of Richie Genaro, the head of a Bronx street gang, in The Wonderers and two movies later he appeared alongside his onscreen hero Paul Newman in the explosive cop drama Fort Apache the Bronx. Wahl went on to headline in several other films before sustaining a life-threatening neck injury in a motorcycle accident in 1992. Happily retired from Hollywood, Ken's two favorite interests are animal rescue and War Veteran charities. Ken works together with “Saving America’s Horses” Honorary Board Members, Shane and Sia Barbi in supporting a ban on horse slaughter.

Chief Arvol Looking Horse: Looking Horse is the 19th generation keeper of the White Buffalo Calf Pipe Bundle and holds the responsibility of spiritual leader among the Lakota, Dakota and Nakota People. He holds an honorary Doctorate from the University of South Dakota, and travels and speaks extensively on peace, environmental and native rights issues. He has been the recipient of several awards, including the Wolf Award of Canada and the Juliet Hollister Award for his dedicated work for peace. A skilled horseman, he shares his knowledge with the youth on the long distance rides that take place in South Dakota throughout the year. Looking Horse plays a key role in "Saving America's Horses". The Chief's appearance is integral to the overall through line of the film as it centers on the connection we share with these majestic beings, and the peril they suffer as it reflects back on humanity

The Barbi Twins: Shane and Sia Barbi are former horse trainers, they've bred and shown horses but have turned to full time animal activists. Shane and Sia rescue and care for many animals needing to be fed. The Barbi Twins became celebrities as a result of their top selling calendar and posters around the world. Now dedicating their lives to rescuing horses, the Barbi Twins are doing everything possible to help raise exposure.

Michael Blake: An award winning author and screenwriter, best known for his work, DANCES WITH WOLVES, which became a 7- Academy Award winning movie. Blake also took home The Golden Globe, The Silver Spur and The WGA Award for his work on DANCES WITH WOLVES. One of Blake’s more recent books, is his Memoir called TWELVE THE KING, brings to light the reality of Horse Slaughter and the spirit of one wild horse stallion who survived it. Michael Blake has been advocating for the wild horses for over 30 years.

Amy and Raelyn Nelson: Willie Nelson’s daughter, and grand-daughter, Amy and Raelyn (Aunt and Niece), have been working locally in their state of TN and federally on behalf of the horses. They have lobbied in Washington D.C. on multiple occasions to gain support for the Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act (H.R 503/ SB. 727). The girls and Willie all speak at various venues in effort to teach others how to show support for the Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act and also the Restore Our American Mustangs Act ROAM to amend the 1971 Free Roaming Wild Horses and Burros Act.

Jennifer Lee Pryor: Jennifer founded Pryor’s Planet with her then husband, the legendary comic Richard Pryor. She serves as the Director of Pryor’s Planet a non-profit organization for the sole purpose of advocating for and rescuing animals in need. Jennifer Lee is a longtime champion for the welfare of animals. She began rescuing equines at the young age of 15 when she first ran inside a barn that was up in flames to successfully pull out three horses. Jennifer is an active producer and writer.

Nick Zito: Hall of fame Thoroughbred Trainer, Nick had his first career win at Philadelphia Liberty Bell in December 1972 and since then he has saddled 2 Kentucky Derby winners, 1 Kentucky Oaks winner, 1 Preakness Stakes winner, 2 Belmont Stakes winners, and trained 3 Eclipse award winning champions. He has won nearly every big stakes race there is in America. Nick has been a very outspoken horse advocate, especially racehorses. He currently sits on the advisory board of The Kentucky Equine Humane Center. The organization's policy of humane euthanasia instead of slaughter is one that Nick stands behind 100 %.

Monty Roberts: Experienced horse people, including Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, have called Monty’s method incredible. Two-time, World’s Greatest Horseman winner, Ron Ralls uses Monty’s methods in the foundation for his training work as well. In Monty Roberts' autobiography, The Man Who Listens to Horses, which became a best-seller, he wrote that by personally observing horses in the wild, he learned to "listen" to their non-verbal "language"; that when horses understood that they can trust you, they will decide to be with you.

Jane Velez-Mitchell: Host of Issues with Jane Velez-Mitchell, a topical event-driven show on HLN with a wide range of viewpoints. Jane’s Man vs. Nature shows focus on pets and animal rights and in 2009, she did a segment entitled “Wild Horses Sold to Slaughter?” A veteran television news journalist, Velez-Mitchell reported for the nationally syndicated Warner Brothers/Telepictures show Celebrity Justice and regularly served as guest host for Nancy Grace, another HLN program. While working on Celebrity Justice, Velez-Mitchell's reporting earned the show two Genesis Awards from the Humane Society of the United States. As a commentator on high-profile cases, Velez-Mitchell has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, Fox News and other national cable television programs. Velez-Mitchell is the recipient of a Los Angeles Emmy Award and a New York Emmy Award. The KCAL-TV newscasts she co-anchored won three Southern California Golden Mike Awards and an Emmy.

Brad Woodard: Brad is an anchor for the KHOU 11 News team. Brad has also been a frequent contributor to NBC's "Today" show, with nearly 200 of his reports airing before a national audience. Brad's work has been recognized with numerous international, national and regional awards. He received a National Press Club Award in 2008. In 2005, he was the recipient of a Silver World Medal from the New York Festivals. He also received a 2005 platinum award and a 1998 gold award from the Houston International Film Festival, also known as Worldfest - Houston. On a national level, Brad was the 1994 recipient of the highly coveted Sigma Delta Chi Award for his feature on the death of the family farm. Brad won the Genesis Award in 2009 for his piece entitled “Slaughtergate” which highlights the plight of America’s horses, who are being transported across the border in appalling conditions to be slaughtered.

Steven Long: Texas investigative journalist Steven Long is an avid horseman and also serves as owner and editor of Horseback Magazine. Steven Long has been a contributor to Western Horseman magazine and his work has appeared frequently in the Houston Press. Long began his career in radio but quickly moved to print. For most of 11 years, he served as editor and publisher of Galveston’s In Between Magazine, an award-winning alternative weekly famed for its gritty investigative work. Steven and his adopted horse Façade have appeared on Animal Planet’s “Animal Cops Houston.” Façade is an SPCA rescue animal. Steven and his wife Vicki recently adopted Flying Algonquin, a retired race horse saved from slaughter.

Peter Max: Peter is a legendary pop artist. His bold colors, uplifting images and uncommon artistic diversity have touched almost every phase of American culture and have inspired many generations. Fifteen-year-old gelding Bobby II Freedom, a New York carriage horse was days from death in PA, before being rescued and when Per learned about Bobby II, he volunteered to paint a portrait of the. The image of Peter’s portrait “Bobby II Freedom” will forever be immortalized through the film Saving America’s Horses A Nation Betrayed. Peter is one of the most famous living artists.

Tonya Littlewolf, founder and director of Wolf Mountain Sanctuary, a refuge for injured, abused and abandoned wolves. Tonya was raised on an Apache Indian reservation in San Carlos, Arizona, by a grandfather who frequently brought home injured wolves and other wild animals. Tonya is also a dedicated horse advocate and shares her knowledge about the eradication of America's horses to help raise support for their protection.

Vicki Tobin: Co-Founder of Equine Welfare Alliance. She writes articles and press releases on equine issues for various publications, media and educational organizations. Vicki Tobin works with members, individuals and organizations at EWA for the advancement of community support for equine welfare

Julie Ann Johnson: Award winning stunt woman, 2010 winner of the Helen Gibson Award Julie Ann Johnson's Movie Stunts go back to the 1970's with Clint Eastwood Movies: Dirty Harry and Play Misty for Me. She was the Stunt Double for Jane Hitchcock's Kathleen Cooke and the Hot Air Balloon starting up when Kathleen's Black Shoe was tangled up with the rope, flying up in the sky with her Dutch Girl Dress revealing her Skirts, Bloomers and Black Tights. Other credits include Star Trek, Charlie's Angels, Crank, and Spiderman 2. Ladies and Gentlemen