Larry, the famous cat of the British Prime Ministers' residence, celebrates 15 years since his adoption on February 15, 2011. Although his exact age is not known, it is estimated that he is around 19 years old. He was brought from a shelter during David Cameron's time and serves the role of controlling the mouse population in the government headquarters. Larry has lived under six prime ministers and has witnessed significant events, including Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic.
In addition to hunting rodents, Larry spends his time welcoming guests and testing the furniture. He is active on social media, having an X account with over 877,500 followers, where he posts jokes and comments about politicians. Larry has become a media figure, attracting attention even during meetings with foreign leaders. Over the years, he has managed to capture the public's sympathy and become a symbol of stability amid political changes.
In addition to hunting rodents, Larry spends his time welcoming guests and testing the furniture. He is active on social media, having an X account with over 877,500 followers, where he posts jokes and comments about politicians. Larry has become a media figure, attracting attention even during meetings with foreign leaders. Over the years, he has managed to capture the public's sympathy and become a symbol of stability amid political changes.
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Cel mai faimos motan din lume, Larry, aniversează 15 ani la reședința premierilor britanici
'First feline' Larry marks 15 years as Britain's political top cat
Larry împlineşte 15 ani de când este cea mai importantă pisică
Cel mai cunoscut motan din politică sărbătorește 15 ani la Downing Street. Larry a servit șase premieri britanici
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