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Who is ‘Buttons’? The dog who stole Liam Gallagher’s heart

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Oasis arrive on stage at first reunion show in Cardiff
  • Oasis performed their first gigs in 16 years at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on 4 and 5 July, receiving rave reviews.
  • During the band's performance of "Roll With It", a dog was prominently displayed on the large screens behind Liam Gallagher, puzzling many fans.
  • Niall Harbison, founder of Happy Doggo, revealed the dog is named Buttons, a Thai ridgeback puppy rescued from his sanctuary in Thailand.
  • Buttons was adopted by Liam Gallagher and his partner Debbie after being abandoned as a puppy and seeking refuge at the sanctuary.
  • The projection of Buttons on screen was a tribute from Liam Gallagher, who has also supported Harbison's charity, Happy Doggo, through donations.
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