Is the cat from A Street Cat Named Bob still alive?

Is the cat from A Street Cat Named Bob still alive?

Of the many tragedies that have beset 2020, the legendary Street Cat Bob died at the grand old age of 14 in June. His loyal companion James Bowen became a local celebrity in London with Bob when the pair sold The Big Issue, before the 2016 film A Street Cat Named Bob catapulted the pair into global stardom.

How much is Bob the street cat worth?

Tending to Bob helped Bowen overcome his addiction and he went on to even write books with titles inspired by his beloved cat. As the books gained popularity, the duo rose in prominence and opportunities came pouring in. Apparently today, Bob is worth almost $5 million.

How old is A Street Cat Named Bob?

A pet that inspired the book A Street Cat Named Bob has died aged 14.

What is A Street Cat Named Bob based on?

A pet that inspired the book A Street Cat Named Bob has died aged 14. James Bowen met Bob in 2007 during his battle with drug addiction when he found the cat abandoned and injured and decided to look after him.

Did they use Bob in A Street Cat Named Bob?

During production, it was revealed that Bob played himself in the vast majority of the film's scenes. The film was released in the UK in November 2016. A sequel to the 2016 film, titled A Gift from Bob, was released on 6 November 2020, with both Luke Treadaway and Bob himself reprising their roles.

Where is Bob the street cat statue?

Islington Green You'll find the statue and bench in the top right hand corner of Islington Green, across from the Waterstones where Bowen penned his first Street Cat Bob book, and where you can now buy the series.

When was a street cat named Bob published?

• “A Street Cat Named Bob” was published in 2012 and became a British best-seller. It was followed by “The World According to Bob,” “A Gift from Bob” and “The Little Book of Bob.” Together, the four books sold more than 8 million copies in 40 languages, the publisher said.

Where did Bob the cat get his name?

• JAMES BOWEN was a street musician in London who found Bob the Cat in spring 2007 and the pair, now famous around the world, has been inseparable ever since. As their book climbed bestseller lists in many countries and their fame skyrocketed, Bob began to receive hand-knitted scarves from all over the world.

Where did James Bowen get Bob the cat?

• JAMES BOWEN was a street musician in London who found Bob the Cat in spring 2007 and the pair, now famous around the world, has been inseparable ever since.

What was the name of the street cat that died?

• Unable to know the exact sequence of events around Bob’s death, a devastated James, 41, has been left imagining the worst. He has been devastated ever since. James said: "I find myself looking around and expecting to see him and when I realise he’s gone, it feels as if I can’t breathe.