Sir Purr
Anthropomorphized panther mascot of the Carolina Panthers.
Sir Purr is the anthropomorphized panther mascot of the Carolina Panthers, introduced in 1995. He wears a Panthers jersey with the number 00 and has a running rivalry with Jaxson de Ville, the mascot of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Sir Purr gained attention in 1996 when he jumped on a live punt, causing a touchback.
Quick Facts
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- Mascot of the Carolina Panthers
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Did You Know?
- Sir Purr's favorite snacks are described as 'birds like falcons and eagles and seahawks.'
- In 2020, Panthers wide receiver Robby Anderson mistook Sir Purr for a bear, creating a running joke still referenced in Sir Purr's Instagram bio.
- Sir Purr has been seen in outfits including a Santa Claus suit, a camouflage military outfit, a suit resembling Uncle Sam, and a Fred Flintstone Halloween costume.
Charitable Outreach Programs
Sir Purr participates in philanthropic ventures for the Panthers across North Carolina and South Carolina. The 'Purr's Pals' program provides children tickets to Panthers home games through the Big Brother Big Sister organization. The 'Sack the Test' program helps prepare children in the Carolinas for standardized testing. These programs are directed toward children due to Sir Purr's kid-friendly appearance.
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