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Today’s special installment of Sundays with Tabs is a salute to the movies. 🙂 You may already know this about us, but Tabs and I are HUGE movie buffs. We probably consumed a hundred pounds of popcorn this year, and Tabs made great headway transitioning from kitty modeling to film, having starred in a number of blockbusters like…
As Tabs likes to say, “In modeling, one day you’re in; the next, you’re out.” (Heidi Klum borrowed the phrase from him.) I’m not sure if you knew this about cats, but they have their own labor union, and it’s unique among labor unions because it actually precludes any kind of work. Yep, Tabs had to get a waiver from his union boss to start modeling professionally. Let me tell you, it was a BIG to do.
This week, in Part 1 of a rare exclusive interview, Tabs opened up to me about his plans for the future and how they relate to kitty modeling and his work on Makeup and Beauty Blog.
You see, Tabs may be “just a cat,” but he’s also keenly aware of how competitive the whole kitty modeling niche has become. There are literally hundreds of other four-legged models/blog mascots nipping at his heels.
KAREN: So tell me, Tabs, do you worry about your place among the top kitty models of all time? In other words, do you think about your legacy?
TABS: Of course I do. I would be lying if I said I didn’t. I want to leave behind a body of work that up-and-coming kitty models can look to for inspiration.
KAREN: Does that mean you think about retirement?
TABS: Don’t be ridiculous. Next question.
KAREN: Okay, um, what’s been your favorite campaign of all time?
TABS: Ooh, that’s a tough one… I don’t know, I’ve done hundreds so it changes all the time, but maybe MAC Pret-a-Papier. I had a blast on that job. Or NARS Angelika. We did a lot of wirework for that one. Oh, and of course, Avatar and Smashbox Masquerade.
Stay tuned in the coming weeks for Part 2 of this exclusive interview with Tabs. In the meantime, here’s a look at his portfolio of recent jobs…
Who is Tabs the Cat? About three years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model). 🙂
As you know, I’m a big boy with lots of love to give. Some call me a lothario because I’ve looked for love in all the wrong places. I haven’t always made the smartest relationship decisions (my ex, Patches, is serving time in prison), but I’d like that to change.
I’ll say this up front — I require exorbitant amounts of love and attention, more than my lowly assistant can handle. Whether you’re single or seeing someone special, let me ask you this: is there room in your heart for a husky tabby? In other words, will you be my Valentine?
If so, call me on my cell at (555) 555-5555, or leave me a comment on this post. I await your response with bated kitty breath.
For now, please accept these candy hearts as a token of my affection.
XOXO,
Tabs
Tabs looking slightly menacing in the early morning sunshine.
When I was five, I desperately wanted to be a cheerleader. I thought the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders were the bee’s knees. They had such great hair and those foxy outfits — the knee-high white boots, white shorts and that blue and white top.
I told my parents I wanted to be a cheerleader, so I asked for pom-poms for Christmas. Imagine my surprise when on Christmas morning I opened a box to find a single pom-pom. Just one, and I never figured out why. I still cheered in the backyard with it though. 🙂 I guess I figured one pom-pom was better than none.
TABS FUN FACT: Tabs worked briefly as a pro cheerleader for the Green Bay Packers. He actually did the choreography.
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What I want to know is, can a cat get a driver’s license? Because mine needs one. I’m tired of always having to drop whatever I’m doing to shuttle Tabs around.
When I took this job, I thought, “Gee, Tabs is a successful kitty model. This will look good on my resume.” But I was never told I’d have to work weekends. Don’t get me wrong — I enjoy being his assistant, but the hours suck. I was so looking forward to doing a little shopping at the mall this afternoon, but then I got this text from Tabs (who happened to be in the other room):
“Take me to Petco. I’ll be ready in 5.”
And I can’t just say “No” either. I need this job.
Anywho, before I take his majesty shopping, here are the most recent pics from his kitty modeling portfolio. It was a busy week!
Who is Tabs the Cat? About three years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model). 🙂
Tabs must’ve been up late last night on the computer, because when I got up this morning I noticed some new bookmarks of kitties with lion cuts.
Photos via anyjazz65, brenbot and gina pina
Have you heard about this? Apparently, it’s the hottest thing in the feline modeling community.
He mentioned a few days ago that he wanted to change his look… I dunno, I like his fur the way it is.
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Poor Tabs had a pretty bootsy week. It rained a lot here, so he never got to go outside except to go to his Bikram yoga class. And now he’s moping around the house and tearin’ sh*t up.
This is sort of random, but did I ever tell you about the time he opened for Whitesnake? Yeah, Bieber canceled on them, which really put them in a bind, and since Tabs happened to be in town that weekend, he rushed down to the Filmore in San Francisco for the show. Yup, it was all very exciting and marked a major milestone in his entertainment career. 🙂
He even got to sing one of his favorite songs. Of course, he made some minor changes to the lyrics.
“Here Tabs Goes Again”, The Whitesnake Remix
He’s just another cat in need of rescue,
Waitin’ on love’s sweet charity
An he’s gonna hold on
For the rest of his days,
‘Cos he knows what it means
To walk along the lonely street of dreams
An’ here Tabs goes again on his own
Goin’ down the only road Tabs’ ever known
Like a drifter Tabs was born to walk alone
An’ he’s made up his mind
He ain’t wasting no more time…
Who is Tabs the Cat? About three years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model). 🙂
Here are some other things you may not know about Tabs. He…
