# Princess Monster Truck > Princess Monster Truck is a black Persian cat with a severe underbite and visible fangs rescued by Brooklyn artists Tracy Timmons and Joseph Bryce, who became a viral sensation via Instagram in May 2013. Princess Monster Truck is a black Persian cat with a severely deformed lower jaw that gives her a dramatic underbite and visible fangs. Found on the streets of Brooklyn in 2012 by artists Tracy Timmons and Joseph Bryce, the cat blew up on the internet in May 2013 after her dedicated Instagram account caught the attention of BuzzFeed, racking up hundreds of thousands of views in days. Her unusual appearance and heartwarming rescue story made her one of the breakout internet cats of 2013. ## Origin Tracy Timmons and Joseph Bryce, both New York City-based artists living in Brooklyn, found Princess Monster Truck by accident one night while walking home from dinner. The cat came tumbling out of a bush, matted, thin, and hungry[1]. Because she was all black and it was dark out, they didn't get a full look at her face right away. When the cat finally looked up and let out what Timmons described as "a really weird howl/meow," Timmons shrieked and asked "What is it?"[1]. They decided to take her home. Timmons later brought the cat to a vet, who, after reportedly laughing at the sight of her, confirmed the jaw condition was a birth defect common in Persian breeds[1]. Timmons started posting photos to her personal Instagram account on December 12, 2012[3]. On April 9, 2013, Timmons and Bryce launched a dedicated Instagram account at @princessmonstertruck[3]. - **Platform:** Instagram (dedicated account), BuzzFeed (viral spread) - **Creator:** Tracy Timmons (owner/photographer), Joseph Bryce (owner) - **Date:** 2013 ## Overview Princess Monster Truck is a female Persian cat born with a jaw deformity that causes a pronounced underbite, leaving two fangs permanently visible beneath her upper lip. Her all-black fur, wide eyes, and protruding teeth give her a look that's equal parts adorable and unsettling. Despite the fierce appearance, she's a timid indoor cat who, according to her owners, hates going outside and won't even set foot on the roof[1]. The name "Princess Monster Truck" captures the cat's dual nature perfectly: a delicate rescue animal that looks like she could bite through sheet metal. ## How It Spread The big break came on May 7, 2013, when BuzzFeed published a photo compilation of Princess Monster Truck on their animal vertical[1]. The post hit 375,000 views and over 67,000 Facebook likes within a week[3]. That same day, photos from the BuzzFeed piece were reposted to the Tumblr blog Pussykatzen, where they picked up more than 9,100 notes in the same timeframe[3]. Over the next three days, Princess Monster Truck was featured across a wave of sites including Pleated Jeans, Uproxx, Laughing Squid, People Pets, Buzz Patrol, AOL On, and Catster[3]. Pleated Jeans called her "a Persian with an incredibly fierce underbite" and told readers to "bask in her glory"[2]. On May 9, a photo landed on Reddit's r/Pics subreddit, picking up over 300 upvotes[3]. By May 13, 2013, the dedicated Instagram account had passed 8,100 followers[3]. ## How to Use Princess Monster Truck isn't a meme template in the traditional sense. There's no exploitable format or fill-in-the-blank caption. Instead, her photos are shared as reaction images (usually to express a mix of confusion and delight), posted in "ugly cute" animal threads, or used in roundups of internet-famous cats. Fans typically share her images when they want to express that something is weird but lovable, or when a conversation calls for a cat that looks like a tiny vampire. ## Cultural Impact Princess Monster Truck's rise came during the golden era of internet-famous cats, alongside Grumpy Cat and Lil Bub. What set her apart was the rescue angle. According to Bored Panda, she later used her internet fame and "underdog status" to help promote the adoption of shelter and rescue animals[4]. She had her own website at princessmonstertruck.com and built a following based not just on her strange looks but on the message that animals with deformities deserve loving homes[4]. Her story also tapped into a broader internet fascination with "ugly cute" animals, where the appeal comes specifically from the imperfection. The vet's quote to Timmons after spaying Princess Monster Truck, "It stops here!", became a funny footnote in the origin story that fans loved to share[1]. ## Fun Facts - Timmons had to carry Princess Monster Truck across streets when rescuing her, then put her down to let her follow on her own[1]. - The vet staff reportedly couldn't stop laughing when they first saw her[1]. - Despite her fearsome name, Princess Monster Truck refuses to go on the roof and prefers gazing out windows at "the land she will one day undoubtedly rule"[1]. - The jaw deformity is a known issue in Persian cat breeds and was present from birth[1]. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is Princess Monster Truck? Princess Monster Truck is a black Persian cat with a birth defect that causes a severe underbite and permanently visible fangs. She went viral on Instagram and BuzzFeed in 2013[1]. ### Where did Princess Monster Truck come from? She was found as a stray on the streets of Brooklyn, New York, by artists Tracy Timmons and Joseph Bryce, who took her in after she emerged from a bush one night[1]. ### What does Princess Monster Truck mean? The name is a playful contrast between "princess" (delicate, feminine) and "monster truck" (powerful, destructive), reflecting the cat's mix of adorable personality and intimidating appearance[1]. ### How do you use Princess Monster Truck? Her photos are shared as reaction images to express affection for something weird-looking, or posted in discussions about unusual-looking pets and rescue animals[4]. ### Is Princess Monster Truck still popular? The cat's viral peak was in May 2013. As of that period, her Instagram was growing quickly past 8,100 followers, and she maintained a website promoting animal rescue[3][4]. ### What breed is Princess Monster Truck? She's a Persian cat. A vet confirmed that her jaw deformity is a condition that occurs commonly in Persian breeds[1]. ### Who are Princess Monster Truck's owners? Tracy Timmons and Joseph Bryce, both artists based in New York City, found and adopted her[1]. ### What's wrong with Princess Monster Truck's face? She has a congenital jaw deformity that causes a severe underbite, making her lower fangs stick out. A vet confirmed it was a birth condition, not the result of an injury[1]. ### Did Princess Monster Truck help other animals? Yes. According to Bored Panda, she used her internet fame to promote the adoption of shelter and rescue animals[4]. ## References 1. [The Future Is Here And Her Name Is Princess Monster Truck]() 2. [Enthralling Gumption - Bold Spaces, Inspired Living]() 3. [Princess Monster Truck: The Cat With an Underbite]() 4. [Princess Monster Truck - Know Your Meme]() 5. [List of Internet phenomena]() 6. [8 Cat Christmas Photo Ideas for the Purrfect Holiday Photoshoot - Catster]() 7. 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