Move over, Grumpy Cat. Step aside, Moo Deng. The internet has a new animal celebrity, and his name is... Jimothy.

Yes, Jimothy.

Not Jim. Not Jimmy. Jimothy.

A wild raccoon roaming the Seattle area has become an overnight sensation thanks to his unmistakable appearance. Jimothy has short spine syndrome, a rare condition that gives him a shorter body and a unique posture that makes him look like he's permanently shrugging at life's problems.

The good news? Wildlife experts say the condition itself doesn't necessarily prevent a raccoon from living a normal life in the wild. While it's impossible to know the overall health of any wild animal, Jimothy appears to be getting around just fine.

How Did He Get That Name?

Like many great internet stories, it started with someone posting a video online.

One viewer looked at the little raccoon and simply said...

"He looks like a Jimothy."

And just like that, the name stuck.

Scientists even believe the raccoon is male, so Jimothy it is.

Seattle Has Officially Lost Its Mind... In the Best Way

In barely a week, Jimothy has gone from neighborhood raccoon to full-blown local legend.

He's racked up millions of views across social media and inspired:

•  Murals
•  Tattoos
•  Merchandise
•  Cartoons
•  A city proclamation
•  Even a surprise appearance at a Seattle Mariners game

Not bad for a guy who's probably just looking for snacks.

Why Everyone Loves Jimothy

Maybe it's because he doesn't look like every other raccoon.

Maybe it's because he reminds us that being a little different isn't a bad thing.

Or maybe it's because the internet desperately needed a break from arguing about politics and could finally unite behind an oddly shaped trash panda.

Whatever the reason, Jimothy has become proof that sometimes the biggest stars aren't actors, athletes, or influencers.

Sometimes...

...they're just a raccoon that wandered into the spotlight and somehow stole everyone's heart instead of their garbage.