Third Horse Death Results in Suspension of HBO Series ‘Luck’

All future production of “Luck” has been suspended, according to HBO.  This news comes following the death of a third horse in connection with filming the racetrack drama. 

The most recent incident involved a horse that had to be euthanized after sustaining an injury. 

From the Associated Press:

The animal was being led to a Santa Anita Park racetrack stable by a groom when it reared and fell back Tuesday morning, suffering a head injury, according to HBO. The horse was euthanized at the track in suburban Arcadia, where “Luck” is filming its second season.

The humane group that oversees Hollywood productions had issued an immediate demand “that all production involving horses shut down.”

“We are also insisting that this stoppage remain in full effect pending a complete, thorough, and comprehensive investigation,” the American Humane Association said in a statement. It noted that the accident didn’t occur during filming or racing.

Humane Association senior vice president Karen Rosa told KNX 1070 NEWSRADIO:  “We feel that we need to do the due diligence and really get all of the information in place before we go forward and allow any more filming,” said Rosa.

During season-one filming in 2010 and 2011, two horses were hurt during racing scenes and euthanized.

- Jordan Bach, Gambling911.com