Monty Roberts, 'Horse Whisperer,' Dies at 91Renowned horse trainer from California, friend of Queen Elizabeth II, died July 31 in Solvang. Known for nonviolent methods. Tributes pouring in.Sources (4)Monty Roberts, horse trainer who preached kindness, dies at 91nytimes.comMonty Roberts Passes Away at 91thoroughbreddailynews.comMonty Roberts, ‘Horse Whisperer’ and Friend of Queen Elizabeth, Dies at 91people.comSanta Ynez Valley’s Monty Roberts, Horse Trainer Known for Gentle Method, Diesnoozhawk.comUpdated Aug 4, 2026