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Published 14:11 IST, December 10th 2018

Roger, the muscular Kangaroo dies at the age of 12

The famous brawny Kangaroo, Roger has died at the age of 12. 

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The famous brawny Kangaroo, Roger has died at the age of 12. 

The muscular Kangaroo rose to fame back in 2015 after he crushed a metal bucket with his paws, with a physique enough to make a man envious. The internet sensational Kangaroo passed away at the age of 12 with natural causes at the Kangaroo Sanctuary in Alice Springs. 

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The Kangaroo who stood tall at 6 feet 5 inches and weighed 88 kilos was rescued as a baby by the owner of the Sanctuary, Chris Barnes in 2006. Barnes nursed him, eventually, he went on to become the Alpha male. 

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Sharing a post on Facebook, in a video, Barnes shared the news of his death, "Farewell our darling Roger. Sadly Roger has passed away of old age. He lived a lovely long life and was loved by millions around the world. We will always love you and miss you, Roger" 

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He told the Daily Mail Australia that his daily exercise regime included sparring (kickboxing) and chasing his human 'mum', that's Barnes

13:47 IST, December 10th 2018