DEAR BARN 55 AND MY FANS,
WE DID IT!
YOU ARE TRULY MY DEAR FRIENDS! THANK YOU FOR BEING PART OF MY TEAM AND HELPING ME AND SUPPORTING ME EVERY SINGLE STEP OF THE WAY!
I COULD NOT BE MORE PROUD AT THIS MOMENT!
THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING!
WITH LOVE,
HUGS TO ALL!
Z
Kathryn Cogswell
Standing Ovations for Marylou Whitney: In many touching moments with tears all `round — her being grateful to carry on, in a small way, traditions of the Whitney family, who`ve been in the business since 1894; that “being part of the horse racing family is a pleasure and a privilege, but also it means responsibility . .. that over the years, we have all learned success as an owner, which means our horses have finished a race unhurt. As owners, you should be accountable for the horses — ALL owners should; from the beginning of their lives, to the end. We are advocates together. We must fight to insure that there will be . .. NEVER be another horse slaughtered in America.” And she said that because “. .. a candle loses nothing by lighting another” .. . “tomorrow morning (she) intends to wake up, inspired to do more for the horses” .. . Then she received a citation from NY State Governor Andrew Cuomo, presented by his mother, the Former First Lady of New York — and now First Mom Matilda Cuomo, who said she HAD to be there because ‘this woman befriended me’ when she was first the First Lady, and that Ms. Whitney had invited her to her first luncheon ‘with all her Republican friends,’ and ‘was always there for me,’ through all the years, noting what a wonderful record of service’ she has established; and ‘exhibited grace, kindness, wisdom and humanitarian spirit .. .’ [Some paraphrasing for brevity].
nikki
I jumped up from the couch and screamed! You are the horse of a lifetime!!!!! I love you! We all love you!
Karen
I’ll second that, Melinda. I’m so happy tonight that the Queen of horse racing was given this well-deserved award. It’s about time! I hope that someone has a video from the ceremony to share with us. I heard the room exploded when Zenyatta won HOTY.
Shelley in CA
Zenyatta, you have been not only transformative but also transcendent… witness the words from others at the Eclipse awards who reflected the influence and enlightenment you and your family have brought to their lives and to the industry. I am afraid the neighbors heard my response to the HOTY announcement. I am so absolutely ecstatic for you and yours but also for the lives of other horses, trainers and owners whose lives will be POSITIVELY influenced by having been in your sphere. A magical, miracle, night!
lanie
gosh..I just had to come back again! I can’t sleep I’m sooo excited!! Yea Mario!!! He’s sooo proud!! Bless his heart!
We will always be here…we aren’t going to fade away…I just hope that all through your life now someone will help us to keep in touch this way. Thank you Zen for giving hope to hearts that fell behind but kept on just like your big heart did!! Thanks John and Dottie for keeping this so we can always know all of you and share in all the joy of knowing Zen.
I sure hope you are partying down tonight…you should have had this award all 3 years but here you are and you showed them!! God bless all of you..YOU did it..not us…we miss you so much it hurts!
YEAH to all the CA FANS!!! They’ve been there from the beginning and they are just the BEST!! I know they are having a ball right now celebrating!! See you this summer big girl and bringing a special present to give in person!! My grandkids are suppose to go to Disney World and they talk MORE about seeing you than Mickey Mouse…now THAT”S something!! :))))They were in tears tonight..they just love you!! It means so much to them to come and see you and by golly we’ll be there with bells on!1
Have a peaceful beautiful sleep girl..get out there tomorrow and run free…God love you! I do..here under the moon..over..Kentucky!!! WHOO HOO!!!!
Katie M.
Congratulations Zenyatta! I cannot tell you how happy I am for you and your whole team. I have been following you since you were 6 for 6, and I thought, man she looks like something special! Even though I live in Nor Cal the only time I was ever able to see you was when I flew to the Breeder’s Cup at Churchill. And I would do it over and over again! I hoped and hoped that HOY honors would go to you, not just for you and all your people but for racing. You have brought so much to this sport that I and so many others love and I cannot thank you or your team enough. You deserved this award based on your talent and heart and no one can ever take it away from you! I am so so happy! Thank you for allowing so many of us into your world. Good luck! Go Baby go!
Zee
From one Zee to another, you go girl! I am so happy for you and all your connections, especially the Mosses who have been so generous with all your fans. I am so looking forward to watching as you move into the next phase of your life. Your babies are bound to be amaZing, too!
Grace
Congrarulations Zenyatta you and your team worked hard and got your award. I’m so happy for you and your team. You desvered this award. Wish I had the chance to see you like I did Seattle Slew when he came to Longacres in Renton Washington. You are both one of a kind race horses. Look forward to your next up date and photo. Hope you get some extra special treats for you and everyone in the barn with you. Take Care & God Bless each and everyone of you.
Maria
Zenny, you stole the show. I lost count on how many times they mentioned your name. I am soooo happy that they finally got it right. You definitely deserved this award. Congratulation Queen Z. Now, I can’t hardly wait who will be “Mr. Right”.
Susan
Congratulations to Team Zenyatta and All Hail The Queen!
I watched the awards at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas-the hotel put the show on in the sports bar and we cheered when your name was announced.
You have fans everywhere!
Finally horse racing has given you the title-you deserved it, you earned it and you won it.
Did you hear us yelling for you? thousands of your fans all over the world yelling “YES FINALLY”!
Joan Dobbie
I am thrilled to hear that Zenyatta won Horse of the Year!!! I was rooting for her all the way. She’s more than a horse. She’s a metaphor. She’s larger than life. I want them to make a movie about her. I want her to star in her own movie. I think she’d love being filmed. I’m sure she’d dance for the camera.
Delrene
Dear Zenyatta and Team Zenyatta – Etta James song “At Last” Congratulations to all. Those of us who have had the pleasure of seeing you in person and race live have memories to last a lifetime. You bring a great deal of joy to my life. Your human team was very gracious in their award speech and a lovely article was read by your devoted owner. An extremely emotional moment. We look forward to your selection of a suitor, however I agree with Mike. No one deserves you.
Health and happiness always.
Meredith Gibbs
We all know you were horse of the year no matter what happened.
Thank you Kathryn Cogswell for your post an Mrs. Whitney.
cindy
IT IS A HONOR AND A PRIVLEDGE TO HAVE MET YOU AND SEEN YOU RUN. I DON’T THINK ANYONE WILL FORGET SEEING YOU IN ACTION. MAY YOU AND YOUR FANTASTIC FAMILY AND TEAM KNOW HOW MUCH THEY ALL MEAN TO ALL OF US. THANK YOU SO MUCH AND A HUGE CONGRATSULATIONS, YOU ALL DESERVE IT.
SEE YOU IN MY DREAMS, LOVE TO YOU ZEYATTA………
Tracy Wheeler
Congratulations Zenyatta!
YOU are horse of the year and much, much more…You are truly horse of a lifetime!
I hope, in your cozy stall, you feel all the love being sent your way.
Watching you perform, quite unexpectedly, brought me to tears (and gave me lots of goosebumps!). Your spirit and the integrity and generosity of every person on your team…made me realize that there is perfection in the world. Personally, I am comforted to be reminded that there is a God who pulls together the only team who could give so much to you and expose all that you are as well as inspire so many. No other horse and no other team could engage so many.
Thank you dear Queen Zenyatta and your entire team for sharing your talent, your grace, your beauty, and your love.
God bless an keep you, your fans and your team.
All the love on the extraordinary day!
~ Tracy
Leslie R.
Oh Zenny, we love you too! Congratulations to you and all of Team Z!! I’m so excited and happy for everyone!
Not only are you Horse of the Year, you are the horse of a lifetime. You are an inspiration to all and I’m so thankful that Team Z is still sharing you with us. I hope, Zenny, you and your girlfriends are celebrating with carrot cake and a Guinness!
Love to all,
Leslie
cindy
OOOPS, SORRY, PLEASE FORGIVE ME…..ZENYATTA
lanie
Hey Zen..BTW…I hope someone tells you about how gracious and classy the owner of Blind Luck was..his speech included you and he said you were the greatest horse ever..wow..what class and dignity when he had a great horse…to give you the credit you deserved for a career unsurpassed. It was awfully sweet of him and he meant it! Said he’d been in racing for 50 years and had never seen any horse like you.It’s so nice to know that there are humble good people left in the world.Just wanted you to know..it was just one of the most heart warming things I’ve ever heard. Wow..I’d love to see a picture of you and Blind Luck posted on here..for posterity! He was a true gentleman!
Elaine
The Queen is crowned! You will always be the Horse of Everyone’s Heart! You are a special lady and it’s great that you have been recognized in such a special way! Love you, Zenyatta!
Cathy Titus
Congratulations Queen Z, love you!
Pat Stauffer
Congratulations Queen Z. You finally got your due and well deserved it is!!!
Pam
Z, I’m so happy for you and your fabulous team. I followed the Eclipse Awards via Facebook and even that brought tears to my eyes. We all know that you’re HOY, but to get the official international recognition is truly awesome. Congratulations!
Yvonne Splichal
Congrats Zenyatta! You are the best and this was well deserved! I love you so much!
roko
While reviewing the many pics/videos I have saved, I am especially touched by how much Zen loves Mario. What an exceptional relationship, and an exceptional horse.
Ellen Zachary
omg, I am so happy for you, I am completely in tears….thank heavens…this is the way it should be…thanks to those who voted for getting it right..congrats to Team Z…!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
saharagold
I am SO happy that you won. Not for you, because I am sure you could care less. I like what Steve Haskin said on his Dec. 1 “And They’re Off” video blog: “If you gave Zenyatta (and Blame) the choice between the horse of the year statue and a carrot, which do you think they’re going to choose?” You are a smart girl, and know what’s important. On the other hand, I am SO happy that you won for us. All of us who love you. All of your connections. Because you truly did deserve it. Thank you for all of the races, and all of the photos, and all of your charity work. Now you get to hang out in the pasture with your posse, and have a date with a handsome stud! What a life!
Linda Moss
Hail to the Queen! Congratulations to you, your entire Team, and Barn 55. Queen Z we will never forget you and what you have brought us ain your profession as a rae horse – this one coudl not have a better finale! We look forward to all that you bring in this next phase of your life. And remember, you may not have received a reward and you may have not won your last race – but in our eyes and in our hearts – you have NEVER lost. We love you!
Bobbi
Andrea and I send our LOVE and CONGRATULATIONS to Team Z! Dottie, thanks for thanking us fans – you really made us all feel like a part of Team Zenyatta.
Hail to the Queen!
Sharon Doherty
Congratulations Queen Z!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love to all!!!!
Sharon Doherty
Congratulations Queen Z!!!!!!!!!!!! Love to all OXOX