Samson Is The Biggest Cat Of New York City — But His Massive Size Comes With A Heartbreaking Twist

Meet Samson, New York City’s largest cat—a 4-foot-long, 28-pound Maine Coon who’s as majestic as he is lovable.

Samson’s journey to stardom began by chance. His owner, Jonathan Zurbel, took him in temporarily after his brother’s breakup—but the “few weeks” turned into a lifelong bond.

Most Maine Coons top out at 25 pounds, but Samson smashed expectations. Strong, healthy, and from champion bloodlines, he’s a perfectly proportioned gentle giant who wins hearts everywhere he goes.

Life with Samson is supersized—six cans of food a day, $120 grooming sessions, and constant attention from fans. He plays fetch, follows Jonathan like a dog, and even has a favorite movie: Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2.

With tens of thousands of Instagram followers (@catstradamus), Samson has become a feline celebrity. Groomer Carolyn Ayala calls him “the Fabio of cats,” and it’s easy to see why.

In the streets of Brooklyn or relaxing in his stroller, Samson isn’t just the biggest cat in NYC—he’s its biggest heart-stealer.