Overview
- Hudgens announced on Instagram that Darla was put down, writing that the dog’s body was failing and it was her time.
- She called Darla “the smartest little lady,” noting the terrier traveled the world with her and was by her side through major life moments.
- In a follow-up post, Hudgens said Darla typically distrusted men but warmed to Cole Tucker immediately, later walking down the aisle at their 2023 wedding.
- Cole Tucker shared his own tribute on Instagram Stories, calling Darla “one of the all time greats.”
- Social media responses included condolences as well as criticism that her posts focused on Tucker while omitting that Lori Butler rescued Darla and that the dog had long been shared with Austin Butler.