Famous cats of the internet
Celebrity cats, meme icons, and social media stars all in one place.
Larry
Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office
Rusik
The Russian Police Cat
Shiroi (Longcat)
The Master of Chill, Unruffled by the World
FĂ©licette
The first cat in space
Oscar (Unsinkable Sam)
World War II Veteran
Jorts
The orange cat who became a meme
Willow
The White House cat
Loki
The vampire cat
Snowbell
The cat from Stuart Little
Tibs the Great
The cat who kept the Post Office rodent-free
The Cat in the Hat
The mischievous cat from Dr. Seuss
Chataro
The Japanese cat with a unique fur pattern
Kitty
The Product Hunt Kitty
Thomas "Tom" Jasper
The cat from Tom and Jerry
Casper
The cat who regularly rode the bus
Cole
The black cat who raised awareness for shelter pets
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What is Cats of the Web?
Cats of the Web is a directory of the internet's most famous, beloved, and influential cats. According to internet culture researchers, cats have driven over 15% of all viral content since 2005. This site documents the cats who shaped internet culture, from early meme icons like Grumpy Cat to modern social media stars with millions of followers.
How are cats selected for the directory?
Cats are selected based on cultural impact, social media following, and contribution to internet culture. Celebrity cats, meme icons, political cats, and social media stars are all represented. The directory covers cats from the United States, UK, Japan, and over 15 other countries.
Can I submit a cat to the directory?
Yes. If you know a famous cat who belongs here, submit them here. Include their name, social media links, and a brief description of why they are notable.