Live snakes, dead bears and brain worms: Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s wild animal antics
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the US Health Secretary, has gained attention for his unusual interactions with animals, including a recent viral video of him handling snakes. His eccentric behavior has been highlighted by various stories, including past incidents involving dead animals. Despite the controversies surrounding his views, Kennedy appears unfazed by the public's reaction to his antics.
- ▪Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently posted a video of himself picking up two snakes with his bare hands.
- ▪He has a history of bizarre animal-related incidents, including placing a dead bear cub in Central Park.
- ▪Kennedy has faced criticism for his fringe views on vaccines and public health.
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Live snakes, dead bears and brain worms: Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s wild animal anticsSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxUS Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr grabbing two snakes with his bare hands on a patio in Florida. PHOTO: AFPPublished May 28, 2026, 08:05 AMUpdated May 28, 2026, 08:06 AMWASHINGTON - A viral video of US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. picking up two writhing black snakes with his bare hands has put his often bizarre adventures with animals back in the spotlight.Mr Kennedy is an unusual government minister, surrounded by controversy over his fringe views that edge into conspiracy theories.He’s expressed scepticism about vaccines, falsely linking childhood immunisations to autism, and insisted that fluoride in public drinking water is…
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