Famous cartoon cat Garfield dead? Fans in shock as trending hashtag spreads false news
Garfield, the lovable orange cartoon cat, had fans in a frenzy after the hashtag “Garfield dead” began trending on social media. The news originated from a tweet by a fan account pretending to be the cat’s owner, Jon, announcing Garfield’s passing.
The tweet claimed that Garfield had passed away in his sleep after dining at an Olive Garden buffet. It quickly went viral, garnering millions of views and thousands of reactions from fans expressing disbelief and mourning the loss of the beloved character.
Despite the heartbreaking news, many fans were quick to point out that the tweet was a hoax. Some fans noted that Olive Garden does not have buffets, while others referenced Garfield’s iconic hatred for Mondays as evidence that the news was fake.
For those unfamiliar with Garfield, the iconic cartoon cat was created by Jim Davis in 1978 and quickly became a household name. The character has appeared in comic strips, movies, and even the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
While the news of Garfield’s death turned out to be false, fans can rest assured that the orange tabby is still alive and well in the world of comics. Jim Davis continues to create new Garfield comic strips, delighting fans young and old with the misadventures of everyone’s favorite lasagna-loving feline.
