Larry the Cat, the famous resident of 10 Downing Street, has once again become a topic of discussion in the United Kingdom. After the resignation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, many people noticed that Larry has now served under six different prime ministers and is expected to welcome a seventh.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation in a speech on June 22, 2026. Following his departure, attention quickly turned to Larry, the grey-and-white cat who has lived at 10 Downing Street since 2011.
Larry was adopted during the time of former Prime Minister David Cameron and has remained a familiar presence at the British leader's official residence ever since.
Known as the "Chief Mouser" of Downing Street, Larry's main role is to help control mice around the government building.
Over the years, however, he has become much more than that. He is often seen greeting visitors, appearing in photographs, and attracting attention from both the public and the media.
Larry has now lived through the leadership of six prime ministers, making him one of the longest-serving residents of Downing Street. As political leaders have come and gone, Larry has remained a constant and recognizable figure in British politics.
Larry the Cat with former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and former U.S. President Barack Obama
Many social media users reacted to the news with humor, joking that Larry has shown more stability than some political leaders. Others praised the cat for becoming an unexpected symbol of continuity amid political change.
While the United Kingdom prepares for a new political leader, Larry the Cat continues his duties at Downing Street. His long stay at the famous residence has made him a beloved public figure and a unique part of modern British political history.