Known as the inspiration for Donkey in the 2001 animated classic Shrek, Perry was a beloved staple in the Palo Alto community

Perry served as the model for Donkey, voiced by Eddie Murphy in the Shrek movies. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Perry, the donkey believed to have inspired the Shrek character Donkey, passed away at 30. Born in New York, Perry modeled for animators in the 2001 film, providing the reference for Eddie Murphy’s iconic role.

Perry — the miniature donkey who was the animation model for the iconic character voiced by Eddie Murphy in the movie Shrek — has died.