Country Singer Indicted for Killing Tame Bear

On August 18, 2006, dave wrote:

you forgot to add his music sucks too, should read WISH I COULD SING TROY LEE GENTRY, besides crap flowing through his vocal cords,now it’s in his brain. he probably did this as a publicity stunt to get people to listen to his garbage voice. poor bear had to die because of some loser who cant sell a record if his life depended on it.(if he had) shot Greenly, people would have paid to see that.

On August 19, 2006, Anna L. York wrote:

How horrible! Laws must be strengthened to protect our furry friends and we must rally and band together so that whenever we hear or read of a “human” arrested for cruelty to animals we send a clear message to the courts that a watered down punishment is not acceptable and will not be tolerated. We must lend our voices to those who cannot speak for themselves.

On August 21, 2006, Stefani Kruczkiewicz wrote:

What a horrible thing to do to an animal that “trusts” humans and is tame! this Troy Lee person should be punished to the full extent of the law for animal cruelty and violating the Lacey Act. Shame on you for killing an animal that was trusting and for any kind of killing towards all the animals. you are a horrible indivual for doing this to the black bear and then making it look like it is the bear’s fault!! grow up Troy!

On August 21, 2006, LeeAnn wrote:

I guess he thinks he’s a real man killing a caged bear. What a freaking jerk. I hope they make an example out of Troy Gentry by giving him the maximum sentence and then some. Let’s see if he can BEAR that.

On August 22, 2006, Denise Morton wrote:

Troy Gentry should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law, including maximum jail time and the largest fine allowed by law. All of his music recordings and concerts should be boycotted. This will be a test for country music fans. They irresponsibly boycotted the Dixie Chicks for criticizing King George; lets see if they can legitimately boycott for cruel and inhumane treatment of animals.

On August 23, 2006, Martha Kelleher wrote:

Who is he ????? Never heard of him until now. I guess he figures bad publicity is better than no publicity. Well lots of jail time should cure that ailment.
I would boycot him if I thought he was worth listening to in the first place. To video-tape the killing of a tame and trusting Animal is beyond HORRIBLE it is Sick, so perhaps as well as Jail time a long stay in a mental hospital might help

Get help Mr Gentry or are you beyond help. Nasty, nasty person

On August 24, 2006, C. Caramiello wrote:

To kill any animal for “sport” is always wrong, but to kill a tame bear is unthinkable! I also have never heard of this jerk, Troy Gentry and hope the next time I do hear about him it is because the authorities have dealt harshly with him. Shame, shame on you Mr. Gentry!

On August 24, 2006, punkypunkebel wrote:

this is just sick!!!

On August 24, 2006, Kelsey wrote:

It breaks my heart that anyone can be so cruel. I certainly hope he doesn’t get away with this. The best punishment would be to fine him $1,000,000.00 to go toward animal rights! Then make him work in a zoo and clean the bear cages. Horrible, disgusting man.

On August 25, 2006, donna wrote:

well i used to be a fan of mongomery gentry’s music until i read the article. in my mind the law for killing a tame animal that posed absolutely no threat should be an eye for an eye. without exemptions for country music singers. sorry man you just lost a fan.

On August 27, 2006, Chris wrote:

It is so hard for me to understand that we are supossed to be the most inteligent, advanced society since the begining of time, but we still have Neandethol, Redneck, Hillbillys like
Troy Gentry, who would kill an inocent animal who was tamed by humans and trusted us to keep him safe. How sick could he be to shoot that tame bear with an arrow and watch him slowly die? What kind of sick pleasure did he get from that? The great White Hunter!! I hope he is real proud of his KILL!!!

On August 27, 2006, Brett wrote:

Yes this was a very wrong act on Troy’s part and he should be punished to the extent of the law but, I am an avid hunter for sport and food and most ethical hunters would agree that poaching has nothing to do with us {the majority} hunters that abide by all laws and don’t take animals for granted and appreciate our god given right to harvest them.

On August 27, 2006, karma kitchen wrote:

What a disgusting poor excuse of a man…

On August 27, 2006, Nisa wrote:

I think it’s horrible to kill even harm an animal for no reason.

On August 30, 2006, William Fargo wrote:

This story breaks my heart. It’s unmatched in its lack of respect for our creature friends. My thoughts are with you Cubby. Whenever I can,I will fight against this crass and savage behavior and do what I can to help killers like these sad dopes achieve enlightenment.

On August 30, 2006, Cindy Kerr wrote:

Please—- we need someone to prevent Troy Gentry from performing at Boomsday1! What a negative influence he is onour young people— all people. It makes me sick to my stomach to think that our nice festival will put up with this sort of behavior. He should be cancelled without any thought! Rest in Peace Cubby

On August 30, 2006, connie major wrote:

Well, apparently he has nothing better to do. Maybe he should invest his money and time into much more HUMANE behavior.I truly feel sad for someone who can display such savage behavior.

On August 30, 2006, connie major wrote:

Well, apparently he has nothing better to do. Maybe he should invest his money and time into much more HUMANE behavior.I truly feel sad for someone who can display such savage behavior.

On September 1, 2006, Laura & Elaine wrote:

USED to be huge fans…but all that I own that has anything to do with Troy Gentry is now in the garbage!!! I refuse to support anyone that can so callously murder an animal…I’m sorry I just don’t get it! What was he thinking? Rest in peace Cubby!

On September 1, 2006, Colleen wrote:

“DITTO” TO EVERBODY’S COMMENTS! NOW HOW CAN WE BOYCOTT HIS MUSIC? LET’S DO IT! HE DOESN’T DESERVE TO SING AND GET PAID FOR IT

ABSOLUTELY SINCERELY,
COLLEEN

On September 2, 2006, candi wrote:

I used to like Troy Gentry and his music but now I think he needs to be punished.

p.s.REST IN PEACE (CUBBY)

On September 5, 2006, EARL wrote:

Yes, what he did was wrong and he will pay for that. But he thought what he was doing was legal! He needs to pay closer attition to the law! He”s still a great performer!

On September 5, 2006, Tara wrote:

Earl, you seem a little sympathetic. How can he possibly have thought that what he did was legal??? C’mon….. It’s absolutely absurd….

On September 6, 2006, Cal Val Grl wrote:

Troy Gentry only comment about the charges made was that this was “a travesty of justice.” What about justice for “Cubby?” His loser partner Montgomery “stands by him.” Put these two losers out of the record business by boycotting their releases and concerts. They are playing at the LOS ANGELES COUNTY FAIR on Sept 10. I urge everyone to boycott! The bear is the beloved symbol of the state of California. Let’s show that idiot that Californians won’t tolerate deviant, sadistic behavior like that demonstrated by Troy Gentry.

On September 7, 2006, Kathleen Gosselin wrote:

It saddens me that a person with so much money and fame felt it was necessary to kill an animal. It obviously was not for food so why then? Nothing better to do with his time? No family, children or heaven forbid pets that should have had his attention? I certainly hope he is prosecuted and made to do jail time. At the very least he should be put to work in a shelter cleaning crates!

On September 13, 2006, C.E. wrote:

The Ballad Of Troy Lee Gentry


To The Tune Of Davey Crockett

Born On A Mountain Top In Tennessee

Was Singin’ Country Music Since The Age Of Three

Hung A Little Kitty From A Tall Pine Tree

Strangled Him A Puppy That Was Sitting On His Knee

Troy Lee ….Troy Lee Gentry

Not Enough, To Hunt Down Deer

He Heard Of Oswald,And Manson And So,

To Lee Marvin Greenly He Just Had To Go

His Thirst For A Kill Just Continued To Grow

So He Killed A Tame Bear With An Arrow And Bow

Troy Lee ….Troy Lee Gentry

Not Enough, To Hunt Down Deer

All Little Critters Better Run And Hide

Troy Lee’s Comin’ To The Countryside

If In A Corral A Milk Cow Might Be Tied

It Could Be Shot Down, And Eventually Fried

Troy Lee ….Troy Lee Gentry

Not Enough, To Hunt Down Deer

On September 14, 2006, Karen wrote:

Could not stand to even see Montgomery Gentry of “Troy Lee Gentry” on the Music Awards last night. Let’s get them where it hurts for this injustice (bow & arrow killing) of an..enclosed…black bear named Cubby…do not buy any of their recordings, etc! Tell your friends and family of the video-taping and ask them to also share this with their other friends! Bless you Cubby.

On September 14, 2006, Ashley wrote:

That is so freakin WRONG!!! I can’t believe someone would even dream about doing that! Maybe not even in their worst nightmares, not in mine at least.

On September 15, 2006, Dr. Pat Coyner wrote:

Goodbye Montgomery Gentry. What kind of personal satisfaction can you possibly get from seeing a head of an animal on your way that was a tame, fenced animal. Isn’t the point of life to make yourself the best human being you can be and not to try to keep up with the Jones?

On September 19, 2006, Dawn Maykowski wrote:

You know I am so tired of these famous people with money violating a law and getting away with it. Not only did Troy Gentry break the law by violating the Legacy Act but I feel he broke the law of humanity and killed a creature who trusted humans, that would be like killing your dog or cat that trusted you or your horse for that manner, hell why doesnt he kill his partner and put his head up on a wall he trusts him too. This bear obviously was cared for enough to have a name “Cubby” so why would you go and kill a beautiful creature who had no where to run and hide or even defend himself? … I know his music and I can tell you now it is banned from my home forever. So Troy….. “Is that something to be proud of?”……

On September 20, 2006, Lydia Sanders wrote:

You are a gut less coward. So you can shoot a tame bear that
has no where to run! I really did like your music and have been upset the you haven’t won awards. Now on the other hand

I would not buy your CD’s in the discount bargain bins. I have even change the station when your songs come on because

I can know longer stand the sound of your music. It would be a different story had you shot a bear in fare game. What you did was heart less.

On September 22, 2006, lizzie wrote:

Hello someone wake up and do something to this person who has killed a tamed bear with a name I might add how can this person get away with this if a person kills a person they go to jail and why oh why is this person not in jail for killing a helpless animal that was tamed and didnt even know what was happening to it who trusted humans this is so sick and this person needs to be punished to the max…

On September 24, 2006, Teresa Pratt wrote:

I think everyone needs to remember the name Lee Marvin Greenly, he is the guy that sold him the bear. He does this kind of thing for a living. He also offers “hunts” in his “wildlife preserve” for $750. Let’s not let him off scott free. If it wasn’t for the “dealers” there wouldn’t be as many “addicts”. And HE IS A DEALER of helpless animals to those who want to kill them, but aren’t man enough to do it the right way. This is not hunting, believe me. You people at friends of animals may not like hunting of any kind, but there is a huge difference between spineless jerks like these morons and people that hunt for food. They are not looking to hang a head on a wall, many are putting food on the table. AND they do it legally!

[Blog editors’ note: Teresa, you’re right. We don’t like any kind of stalking and snuffing out of life of conscious beings. Do you think that society should define male adulthood as the capacity to kill in a specific way? Thanks.]

On September 25, 2006, Y. Ukanwa Johnson wrote:

I agree with the previous writer who reminded us that Norm Gentry did not act alone and that responsibility for this outrageous act needs to be shared by Lee Marvin Greely as well! I question the ethics of folks like him who make a living off of people who pay him a handsome sum to kill wildlife on his land. Someone should find out if either or both these lowlifes have pets of thier own (though I doubt it), then pay someone to “RESCUE” the animals (to even the score)and turn them over to the Animal Rescue League in their respective states.

[Blog editors’ note: Stealing a cat or dog and
deposting them at a shelter would likely doom an animal, who, for no fault of their own had the misfortune of

being some slob’s property. Yesterday we heard from a bulldog rescue group in Missouri who saved a puppy’s

life after the four month old puppy was dropped at the veterinarian to be killed. This puppy had two legs broken by children who “roughhoused,” and the upshot? The puppy had to go. FoA is contributing to the vet bills

so that both legs can be repaired, and the puppy has a

chance to live in a decent home.

Our nation’s shelters annually kill 4.5 million discarded cats and dogs. An end to the breeding of animals called pets is what’s needed, and a hands-off policy for free-living
animals. ]

On October 1, 2006, Heather wrote:

I am a fan of Montgomery Gentry. This did not sway me any. I am not a fan of canned hunts. We must remember that these are charges and not a conviction. Remember, innocent until proven guilty.

For the record, people DO eat bear, just as they eat cows and pigs that used to be pets. I could never kill a bear, but I do hunt for food.

Lots of people pay preserve owners to go in and “hunt” the animals. It happens every day here in the great US. People don’t generally advertise when they go on these hunts, but they are everywhere. It is not illegal in this country. Just as it is not illegal to kill unborn babies (aka abortion). We should rally for the respect of human life first. When that is respected, then maybe animal life will be.

[Blog editors’ note: Oh, please, Heather.
That’s the lamest excuse we’ve heard for immoral

behavior in many moons. Gentry and the sidekick

who sold him the bear are slobs, and they were

arrested for breaking the law. Unfortunately, there

isn’t a law against being a complete idiot.

On October 3, 2006, Alison wrote:

We all have to remember all parties involved. It ws wrong for the killing of the tame bear and equally as wrong for the sale. As far as it being in a controlled fenced area, there is no difference in what happened here and what we watch on television. Every day people pay hundreds of dollars to go to preserves and shoot trophey animal in controlled enviroments. The only difference is this bear had a name and a face. I dont agree or condone what Mr. Gentry did, but next time you turn on your favorite hunting show remeber you are supporting the same thing.

On October 18, 2006, DonnaLee wrote:

In Memory of Cubby
An Innocent Life Lost

Because of the one with



NO HEART

On October 19, 2006, DarkWolf wrote:

Troy is a GREAT singer, but this ‘crime’ is unexcusable. He never should’ve killed the bear, but remember, he’s not the only one who hunts bears, people all over the world use this ‘sport’ as a source of enjoyment and entertainment. Whether legally or illegally.
-DarkWolf

On November 27, 2006, krista maylor wrote:

What a tough guy!! I am so sickened, truely feel like I could vomit! And let me guess. He believes in God and Jesus too.Well Jesus would never condone his actions.Everyone should boycott their music.

On November 28, 2006, Debbie wrote:

I see where Mr. Gentry got his hand slapped. His actions are unexcusable. Of course his agent says it was just a tagging issue. I wonder what the poor bear would think about that. $15,000 to someone like him is nothing - of course he can’t hunt in that one state, but I do believe he probably can afford to go to another state. He should have gotten jail time. Imagine if someone took your pet dog or cat, put it in an enclosed pen, “stalked” it and killed it. How would you feel? Do you feel the slap on the wrist he got would be enough? I don’t think so. That’s what Mr. Gentry did. He hunted a poor tame pet bear down. I hope everyone boycots his music. I know I will. But I’m sure life will go on as usual for Mr. Gentry. To bad it won’t for the bear…

On November 28, 2006, KAREN MILLER wrote:

I JUST DONT KNOW WHAT TO SAY, BUT HOW THIS MAN CAN EVEN LOOK AT HIMSELF IN THE MIRROW IS BEYOND ME, I CANT BELIEVE THIS! I GUESS HE FELT TO KILL A TAME PINNED BEAR NAMED “CUBBY” IS HOW HE NEEDED TO PROVE HE WAS A “BIG” “HUNTER” MAN!!! OOOH!

On November 29, 2006, Lena wrote:

Troy Gentry I hope you are reading this. How do you sleep at night? I will no longer be listening to your Crappy Music.

On February 28, 2007, Linda wrote:

Must make him feel like a real man to kill a tame bear. And likewise to the guy who organized the “hunt”.

On February 28, 2007, avery kennedy wrote:

Well, all these comments are very important, but fail to reflect the torture of this type of death. The first arrow does not usually kill; if it does, it is rarely quickly. The animal died a slow and painful death, fighting for his life as any living thing would. Our culture needs a makeover.

On March 5, 2007, Connie & Jim wrote:

My husband and I are absolutely appalled that someone could actually deliberately kill an animal, any animal, for sport or fun. This is truly a sign that there is something horribly missing in this person’s character. Troy Lee Gentry along with Lee Marvin Greenly definitely should have been punished to the full extent of the law and then some. To “hunt” a captive animal that does not even have one iota of a chance to escape is simply unthinkable. This truly made us sick. We are not sure if we even know his music, but for sure now we will never will.

On October 8, 2007, thomas wrote:

Troy lee you are sick, i hope you never sell another record again, you are a very poor excuse of a human

On May 9, 2008, Suzanne wrote:

I know this is late in posting……but just came across this website.

My thought’s, well, when I first heard of this incident, made me SICK!! First…Why kill a Bear…EVER? (Unless being threatened or attacked) Oooh…Were you TROY? … You wanna hunt in REAL life…come out where I live, sit in a freakin tree, stay out all night to find your prey…..that’s hunting!(I wouldn’t even kill a spider) But what you did…is pretty much like me shooting my DOG in the back yard!
They are here, just as we are, and to hear that this was a tame Bear..”CUBBY” at that……makes me sick, as well!

…

This was a living thing, that was KILLED, for NOTHING!!! YOU SUCK TROY PS: JERK!Hope your Belly is full oh, oh….or is his head just hanging on your wall???

Does that make you a MAN? Good Luck!!