Cat News: Keyboard Cat 02 June 2026

Long before TikTok and viral videos dominated the internet, a cat named Fatso was quietly making history. In this episode, we explore the remarkable story of Keyboard Cat – the feline who went from a homemade VHS recording in 1984 to becoming one of the most recognisable internet memes of all time. Discover how Charlie Schmidt's playful video of Fatso "playing" a keyboard sat unnoticed for decades before finding a new audience online. Learn how a simple joke transformed Keyboard Cat into a global phenomenon, inspired countless parodies, appeared in television shows and video games, and spawned a legacy that continues today through new generations of Keyboard Cats. It's a fascinating look at the early days of internet culture and the unexpected rise of one very talented cat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.