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Orangey: Hollywood's Original Cat Star
5 Feb
Summary
- Orangey, a cat, twice won the prestigious Patsy award.
- He starred in iconic films like Breakfast at Tiffany's.
- Multiple cats may have portrayed the role of Orangey.
A retrospective at New York City's Metrograph cinema celebrates Orangey, the only cat to win the Picture Animal Top Star of the Year (Patsy) award twice. His most iconic role was as the unnamed Cat in the 1961 film "Breakfast at Tiffany's," where he played Audrey Hepburn's pet.
Orangey's first Patsy award was for his role in the 1950 comedy "Rhubarb," about a cat inheriting an estate. Reports vary on the number of cats used for Orangey's roles, with some suggesting as many as 36 for "Rhubarb" alone, indicating Orangey may have been more of a cat type provided by trainer Frank Inn rather than a single animal.
Beyond these well-known films, Orangey purportedly appeared in genres ranging from Westerns like "Stranger on Horseback" to horror comedies like "The Comedy of Terrors." His career spanned approximately 16 years, showcasing his versatility across diverse cinematic roles.
