Whitney Way Thore Shares Heartfelt Tribute Following the Loss of Her Beloved Cat, Henchi
TLC star Whitney Way Thore has recently faced a heartbreaking loss: her cherished cat, Henchi, has passed away after a brief illness. Although Henchi was nearly 18 years old, Whitney felt blindsided and devastated by his sudden departure.
The loss of a pet can be one of the most emotionally challenging experiences in a person’s life. Henchi was not only a beloved companion but also a source of comfort for Whitney, especially after the passing of her mother, Babs.
Whitney’s Heartfelt Announcement
Whitney shared the news of Henchi’s passing with her fans on Instagram, expressing her profound sorrow.
“RIP sweet Henchimayne. 10.01.2007—01.21.2025,” she wrote. “I came home today after three weeks away and spent just a few hours with my sweetest boy when he suddenly became ill.”
She continued, “He died in my arms an hour ago. He was my most faithful companion for the last 17 years, and every day I was overwhelmed with love and affection for him as if it were our first day together. From the moment I brought him home from a little pet shop in Korea, he filled my life with joy. I love you, Henchi.”
Cherishing Memories of Henchi
In the days following his passing, Whitney has been sharing treasured memories of Henchi, finding solace in reminiscing about their time together.
“Y’all remember 10 years ago when Henchi won Third Best Household Pet at the cat show, but we all knew he should have won first? 🥹” she posted, along with several photos of her late orange cat and stills from the episode.
Fans of My Big Fat Fabulous Life fondly remember Henchi’s moments on the show, and the comments poured in with love and support:
“Love seeing Babs and Henchi ❤️❤️❤️”
“My comfort episode, tbh! 😍😭 The time lapse gets me every time 😂”
“Sending hugs. I lost my baby one year ago. Hope you have a fuzzy body pillow to hug ❤️”
“Babs – ‘Look at Henchi’s head, it’s smashed in! I mean really!’ 🤣 She was a crack up!! 🙌💕”
Conclusion
As Whitney navigates this difficult time, her fans stand by her side, offering love and support. Henchi may be gone, but the joy and memories he brought into Whitney’s life will forever remain in her heart.