Super Junior’s Kim Heechul drops rare photo of 19-year-old cat Heebum, fans go wild
Super Junior’s Kim Heechul surprised fans with a rare Instagram Stories update featuring his beloved cat, Heebum. The 19-year-old feline, born in 2006, has been kept mostly out of the spotlight to avoid stress that could affect his health.
Heechul captioned his story:
“Not long ago, I met Hearts2Hearts members. One of their moms is the same age as me, and the leader is the same age as Heebum. At this rate, I might end up meeting an idol who’s the same age as ‘Sorry, Sorry’…”
Fans have not seen Heebum in a long time, making this a special moment.
Heechul has previously shared that he limits Heebum’s camera exposure to keep him comfortable and healthy. Seeing the cat well and thriving, fans flooded social media with praise for Heechul’s care.
Comments include:
“Oh my gosh, so cute!!! Stay healthy and live a long, long life, Heebum.”
“Wow, Heebum’s still alive?! I thought at 19 he’d have crossed the rainbow bridge. This is the first time I’ve seen him since Heechul’s Cyworld days.”
“Raising a cat until 19 years old really makes you see someone differently… this is truly amazing.”
This rare glimpse into Heechul’s personal life left fans happy and hopeful for Heebum’s continued health.
[Read more about Super Junior’s Heechul and his thoughts on marriage here.]
