Rhode Island a very handsome kitten has undergone a rather dramatic identity crisis and somehow emerged as a knighted mountaineer.  This ridiculously sweet boy started life as Hilary Duff. We had big plans. Disney Channel nostalgia. A recording career. Perhaps a reunion special.

Then someone discovered Hilary Duff was a boy.

Well. “THIS IS WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF.” 🎶

Following an emergency meeting of the Naming Committee, Hilary Duff was retired and Sir Edmund Hillary was born.

Naturally, he’s embraced his new identity.

He’s requested climbing equipment, a Sherpa, and an expedition permit.

Edmund, sweetheart. That’s a cat tree.

“THE SUMMIT AWAITS.”

You’re eighteen inches off the ground.

“THE ALTITUDE IS AFFECTING ME.”

That’s the air conditioning.

Behind his completely imaginary mountaineering career is an incredibly affectionate little boy who just wants a family to love.

Please help us find our little explorer a forever home. He doesn’t need to conquer Mount Everest. He just needs someone who makes him feel on top of the world.

P.S. Hilary Duff, if you’re reading this, we owe you an explanation. A kitten was named in your honor. Some anatomical information came to light. He’s now a world renowned mountaineer. We remain enormous fans!