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All good things come to an end, right? And today, this phrase has a sadder tone than ever as the news broke that the Internet’s beloved kitty known as Grumpy Cat has passed away. On May 17, the heartbreaking message appeared on the cat’s official Twitter account stating that “she passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, May 14 at home in the arms of her mommy, Tabatha.”
Tardar Sauce, who was better known to the world as Grumpy Cat, suffered complications from a recent urinary tract infection that proved to be too severe for the adorable cat to recover from, despite care from top professionals and support from her family.
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On May 17, it was revealed that Grumpy Cat has passed, much to the sorrow of the people
Born on April 4, 2012, Grumpy Cat was one of a litter of four kittens and had a form of dwarfism that made its face appear permanently grumpy. While the cute cat was otherwise just a normal house kitty, it only took one picture to change her life forever. On September 22, 2012, the owner Tabatha Bundesen’s brother posted Tardar Sauce’s photo on Reddit where it became a viral sensation and the source of the feline’s fame.
The Internet-famous cat became an icon, with “Grumpy Cat” memes rocking the web as people created different iterations with ever-changing phrases and themes. Tardar Sauce appeared on many shows like ABC News’ Good Morning America and Anderson Live. This famous cat was the face of advertising campaigns for Friskies and General Mills’ Honey Nut Cheerios.
Once the news broke, thousands of people responded with their condolences as well as reactions, art pieces, and, of course, Cat memes. “Besides being our baby and a cherished member of the family, Grumpy Cat memes have helped millions of people smile around the world – even when times were tough,” Tabatha, Bryan, and Chrystal, the kitten’s closest family posted in a statement. “Her spirit will continue to live on through her fans everywhere,” they concluded.
Here’s the last photo of the kitty shared on her social media
Here’s how people on social media reacted to the news
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PyroarRanger 5 years ago
Tartar Sauce will be missed greatly... Not only a meme, but a legend. She will live on forever as Grumpy Cat in heaven. May she rest in peace.
The Girl on Fire 5 years ago
I definitely wasn't prepared for this when I clicked on BP today :(
Christina Sersif 5 years ago
I lost my cat a few months ago and I'm still heartbroken about it. This really hurts me because I know the pain of losing a pet. I hope she'll RIP, a life too short.
DP von Icecream 5 years ago
Been a couple of years since my pussycat (18 years old) unfortunately passed away...... It still hurts....
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Kururi.Orihara 5 years ago
I always hated the memes but guys I'm tearing up... she was just so impactful and well known...
Kiss Army 5 years ago
I just went and bought a pair of shoes with this great cat's image in memoriam of her wonderful life. She will be missed and I will wear them with pride! grumpy_sho...b02297.jpg 
Luna 5 years ago
i bought a grumpy cat book and if i read it to one of my cats he would always calm down this makes me so sad
TheExtremeSmell 5 years ago
My cats 15 and still bouncing around and being crazy
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T Rex King 5 years ago
Goodbye grumpy cat... say hi to Gabe while you're up there... *sobbing intensifies*
Rip grumpy cat 5 years ago
I Drawn this just today after reading this post uwu I will miss you grumpy cat (Tartar sauce) download-1...4d5627.png 
THE ULTIMATE PUGTATO >_< 5 years ago
Rest In Peace grumpy cat 🐱 nobody could compare to your grumpiness
VJ Anderson 5 years ago
Rest in peace grumpy. Glad you made a movie we can always enjoy you there.-Grumpy Cat's First Worst Christmas
Just.a.Potato 5 years ago
RIP Grumpy Cat...you will live on in our hearts and in your memes...you will truly be missed. ❤️
Carol Roeder 5 years ago
You have my deepest condolences for your loss of your beloved cat. I know Tartar Sauce wasn't just an ordinary cat but she managed to put smiles on so many people's faces so many times. RIP Grumpy Cat. You will be missed by so many.
Elly Essenberg 5 years ago
She was still so young. I never expected this. RIP kitty. You will be missed by everyone.
Alusair Alustriel 5 years ago
Lide is so cruel... She should live at least another 7 years ;( She will live forever in our hearts.
Annabeth Chase 5 years ago
Yeah it sucks having her die after my birthday too.
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Hadley Moyer 5 years ago
NOOOOO SHE WAS THE BEST rip make memes in heaven:c😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😢😞😞😞😞😞😞😩😩😩😩😩🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺😖😖😖😣😣😫😫😭😭
Laura Roberts 5 years ago
I will now always picture Stan Lee in heaven holding Tardar Sauce. 💜💚❤️
Jeannie Chavez 5 years ago
RIP Grumpy Cat.. You always brought a smile to my face even on my darkest days. Thank you Tabitha an Brian for sharing her with the world.
Paul Dixon 5 years ago
7 is pretty darn young for a cat. I though they normally live until about 18
Lisa Connell 5 years ago
Every time I read about grumpy cat, I begin to cry again. I can’t breathe 💔
Eagle Girl 5 years ago
How is she only 7? Seems like Grumpy Cat was around before the internet.
PyroarRanger 5 years ago
Tartar Sauce will be missed greatly... Not only a meme, but a legend. She will live on forever as Grumpy Cat in heaven. May she rest in peace.
The Girl on Fire 5 years ago
I definitely wasn't prepared for this when I clicked on BP today :(
Christina Sersif 5 years ago
I lost my cat a few months ago and I'm still heartbroken about it. This really hurts me because I know the pain of losing a pet. I hope she'll RIP, a life too short.
DP von Icecream 5 years ago
Been a couple of years since my pussycat (18 years old) unfortunately passed away...... It still hurts....
Load More Replies... Kururi.Orihara 5 years ago
I always hated the memes but guys I'm tearing up... she was just so impactful and well known...
Kiss Army 5 years ago
I just went and bought a pair of shoes with this great cat's image in memoriam of her wonderful life. She will be missed and I will wear them with pride! grumpy_sho...b02297.jpg
Luna 5 years ago
i bought a grumpy cat book and if i read it to one of my cats he would always calm down this makes me so sad
TheExtremeSmell 5 years ago
My cats 15 and still bouncing around and being crazy
Load More Replies... T Rex King 5 years ago
Goodbye grumpy cat... say hi to Gabe while you're up there... *sobbing intensifies*
Rip grumpy cat 5 years ago
I Drawn this just today after reading this post uwu I will miss you grumpy cat (Tartar sauce) download-1...4d5627.png
THE ULTIMATE PUGTATO >_< 5 years ago
Rest In Peace grumpy cat 🐱 nobody could compare to your grumpiness
VJ Anderson 5 years ago
Rest in peace grumpy. Glad you made a movie we can always enjoy you there.-Grumpy Cat's First Worst Christmas
Just.a.Potato 5 years ago
RIP Grumpy Cat...you will live on in our hearts and in your memes...you will truly be missed. ❤️
Carol Roeder 5 years ago
You have my deepest condolences for your loss of your beloved cat. I know Tartar Sauce wasn't just an ordinary cat but she managed to put smiles on so many people's faces so many times. RIP Grumpy Cat. You will be missed by so many.
Elly Essenberg 5 years ago
She was still so young. I never expected this. RIP kitty. You will be missed by everyone.
Alusair Alustriel 5 years ago
Lide is so cruel... She should live at least another 7 years ;( She will live forever in our hearts.
Annabeth Chase 5 years ago
Yeah it sucks having her die after my birthday too.
Load More Replies... Hadley Moyer 5 years ago
NOOOOO SHE WAS THE BEST rip make memes in heaven:c😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😢😞😞😞😞😞😞😩😩😩😩😩🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺😖😖😖😣😣😫😫😭😭
Laura Roberts 5 years ago
I will now always picture Stan Lee in heaven holding Tardar Sauce. 💜💚❤️
Jeannie Chavez 5 years ago
RIP Grumpy Cat.. You always brought a smile to my face even on my darkest days. Thank you Tabitha an Brian for sharing her with the world.
Paul Dixon 5 years ago
7 is pretty darn young for a cat. I though they normally live until about 18
Lisa Connell 5 years ago
Every time I read about grumpy cat, I begin to cry again. I can’t breathe 💔
Eagle Girl 5 years ago
How is she only 7? Seems like Grumpy Cat was around before the internet.
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