Downing Street Cat Larry Featured in Channel 4 Documentary on Britain's Feline Obsession
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Summary
Larry the Downing Street cat, who has served through six prime ministers and become the longest continuous resident of No. 10 since Pitt the Younger, is gaining further recognition through a new Channel 4 documentary series presented by David Baddiel. The documentary explores Britain's love of cats and features Larry's enduring popularity as a reassuring constant in British politics. The article highlights how Larry has become a beloved figure who outlasts political leaders and maintains public affection.
Key quotes
· 4 pulledHe's on his sixth prime minister, has watched presidents and princes walk through the black door of No 10, and will soon become the longest continuous resident of Downing Street since Pitt the Younger.
The landscape of British politics has changed a lot in the past 15 years, but Larry the cat has remained a reassuring constant.
Now his enduring popularity – the like of which some of his temporary owners would kill for – is to feature in a new Channel 4 documentary series presented by David Baddiel.
For Larry's fans, the spotlight has been a long time coming.
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