Carole Baskin

Carole Baskin is an American animal rights activist and the founder of Big Cat Rescue, a sanctuary based in Florida that focuses on rescuing and rehabilitating big cats like tigers and lions. She gained widespread attention from the Netflix documentary series "Tiger King," which explored the world of big cat ownership and highlighted controversies surrounding her and other big cat enthusiasts. Baskin is known for her advocacy against private ownership of exotic animals and has been involved in efforts to pass legislation to protect big cats in captivity. Her public persona is often polarized, leading to both support and criticism.