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Seattle's Internet sensation raccoon Jimothy scores official bobblehead
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Key Points:
- The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has released the first officially licensed, limited-edition bobblehead of Jimothy, the viral Seattle raccoon known for his distinctive round appearance.
- Jimothy became an internet sensation in July after a video of him running across a street garnered over 10 million views on social media.
- The bobblehead, designed to capture Jimothy’s unique look and running pose, will be sold exclusively online for $30 plus shipping, with shipments expected in December.
- Jimothy was named by Seattle resident Kiana Hall and is known for a spine deformity called short spine syndrome, which gives him his characteristic rounded shape without affecting his mobility or health.
- The raccoon has inspired various tributes including fan art, merchandise, a neighborhood mural, an honorary degree from the University of Washington, and an official proclamation from a Seattle City Councilmember celebrating “Jimothy Summer.”
