Gayla Peevey was just 10 years old when her unforgettable holiday anthem, “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas,” became a national sensation in 1953. The song made Peevey a part of Oklahoma history.
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Beloved 'hippo song' singer Gayla Peevey's OKC Zoo event called off due to travel issues
The OKC Zoo has announced the cancellation of a sing-along/meet and greet event with Gayla Peevey that was scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. Gayla Peevey is well-known as the singer of the "hippo ...
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — It’s not Christmas yet, but do you want a hippopotamus for Christmas? The Oklahoma City Zoo got one today! A bronze statue of a hippo that is. It’s to celebrate the iconic ...
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