“Jimothy” the Raccoon Is Taking Over the Internet
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“Jimothy” the Raccoon Is Taking Over the Internet
If you’ve seen the name “Jimothy” trending on social media, here’s the fascinating story behind it:
There’s a wild raccoon in the Seattle area who’s been going viral, because he’s so recognizable. The raccoon suffers from short spine syndrome, which gives him an awkward shape and posture. But he’s otherwise “healthy.”
People started posting videos online, and the raccoon picked up the name “Jimothy” . . . because someone said he “just looked like a Jimothy.”
In just about one week, Jimothy has accumulated millions of views and inspired murals, tattoos, merchandise, cartoons, a city proclamation, and even a surprise appearance at a Seattle Mariners game.
Photo by Gary Bendig on Unsplash
Courtesy of Mashable / r/JimothyRaccoon
