Feline Oscars: Cats Compete in Photo Gallery

The Guardian published a photo gallery on September 26, 2026, titled 'Paws for applause: the Feline Oscars – in pictures,' featuring various cat breeds in staged, cinematic poses. The images, captured by photographers Andreea Alexandru and Vadim Ghirdă for the Associated Press, include a Bengal cat named Tristan, a Siamese cat named Luffy, and multiple Sphynx cats, among others. The gallery presents cats as if they were Hollywood contenders: a Bengal rises above the competition, a Sphynx poses for a close-up, a British Shorthair naps between roles, an Exotic Shorthair waits for its moment, and a Persian cat works on its lines. Other scenes show a Siamese cat playing a part, an Abyssinian displaying a serious side, and Sphynx cats getting into character. The photographs are accompanied by playful captions that reference the Oscars, such as 'Oscar bait' and 'Red carpet ready.' The gallery does not report on an actual award ceremony or competition; it is a lighthearted visual feature. No further context or statements are provided in the source material.