25-Pound Fat Cat, Internet Sensation Bruno Finds 'Fur-ever' Home

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CHICAGO (CBS) — A fat cat near Chicago, who became an internet sensation for his thick appearance, has officially found his "fur-ever" home.

Bruno tips the scale at 25 pounds, but he's also known for walking on his back legs and is described as high maintenance.

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Last week, the Wright Way Rescue animal shelter announced that he was looking to be adopted.

The 7-year-old cat was also described as "'too cool to be homeless" and explained that while overweight, he was also on a diet.

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After seeing his adoption listing, a singer and actress in Chicago knew he was the one for her.

As part of her adoption application, she wrote a song, professing her love for Bruno and was selected to be his new mom.