Garfield, the famous cartoon cat created by Jim Davis, caused a stir on social media recently when the phrase ‘Garfield dead’ began trending.
Fans were shocked to see a tweet from a fan account posing as Jon, Garfield’s owner, announcing the cat’s passing after a meal at an Olive Garden buffet.
The tweet quickly went viral, with over six million views and one thousand replies from fans expressing their disbelief and sadness.
Some fans were quick to point out that Garfield had never died in any of his comic strips or movies and that the news was likely a hoax.
Created in 1978, Garfield quickly became a beloved character, appearing in over a thousand newspapers across the United States.
In 2002, the comic broke the Guinness World Record for the most widely syndicated comic strip in the world.
Garfield has also made appearances in movies, including the 2004 film “Garfield” where he is voiced by actor Chris Pratt.
The orange tabby has become a cultural icon, with merchandise, TV specials, and even a spot in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Despite the rumors of his death, Garfield continues to live on in the hearts of fans around the world. Jim Davis, the creator of Garfield, is still producing new comic strips featuring the lovable cat, ensuring that Garfield’s legacy will endure for generations to come.
