Who's Ady Gil?

[Johnny_L.A]

Sea Shepherd has (or rather, had) a boat called Ady Gil. They have a ship named Steve Irwin, after the late conservationist, and another named Bob Barker, whose namesake is known for his animal rights activities.

Who’s Ady Gil?

[Acsenray]

According to Wikipedia, Ady Gil is the name of a rich guy who donated a million dollars.

[BobArrgh]

According to Wikipedia: (Ady Gil - Wikipedia)

On October 17, 2009, the Earthrace was presented to the media with a new black paint job, and it was re-named Ady Gil, after the name of a major sponsor (a Hollywood lighting-equipment magnate who had donated $1 million to the group).

Further Googling found this article: (http://articles.latimes.com/2010/jan/10/local/la-me-whale-boat10-2010jan10)

With the snap of his fingers, entertainment industry executive Ady Gil can summon the artisans and technology to build stage facilities for Hollywood television productions and movie premieres.

[Johnny_L.A]

Thanks to both of you.