Michael Jackson’s pet chimpanzee Bubbles is “living the good life” in his later years.

The iconic musician — who passed away in 2009 — bought his primate pal from a Texas research facility in the 1980s, but the chimp was sent to the Center for Great Apes in 2005, and the 41-year-old animal has a “lot of freedom” at the sanctuary.

Patti Ragan, director at the facility, told TMZ that Bubbles is able to explore tunnels, build a nest under a tree, take daily midday naps and occasionally even paint, while his welfare is regularly checked by a vet and caregiver staff.