Munkustrap
Personality:
This tabby cat is raring to go when it comes to protecting his tribe. Munkustrap is obviously the choice for the next Jellicle Leader, supposing Deuteronomy eventually dies, instead of living forever and ever and ever. Munkustrap takes his job of second-in-command very seriously. He assists Deuteronomy in getting around, he’s friendly with most of the ‘young adult’ cats, he’s protective of the kittens, and he listens politely to the older cats. He occasionally does some silly things—like that re-creation of The Battle of the Pekes and the Pollicles he did for Deuteronomy, and when he sings a ‘girly part’ in Mr. Mistoffelees with Demeter and Bombalurina. Speaking of Demeter, Munkustrap is apparently in love with her. From what I’ve seen, it works both ways. Demeter’s usually near Munkustrap, and when he’s hurt by that naughty Macavity, she’s there to lick his wounds. When I first saw the video of CATS, I thought Munkustrap had a crush on Jennyanydots. I’ve seen it a lot more since then, and now I think Silly me. She’s about middle-aged, while he’s a young adult. Oh well. I’ve changed my opinion.
CATS Spotter’s Guide Entry:
This cat is rather easy to locate. For starters, he’s the only cat with a silver coat, and those jagged black stripes of which we are all so fond. Apparently, every cat with stripes has to have stripes that look like lightning. Oh well. Also, when looking at his headfur, it’s silver with non-jagged black stripes (oh no!). In shape, the headfur is curved, and ends in a sort of point on either side, kind of like a bobcat. On his ears, the tufts are slightly more prominent, giving him even more of a bobcat look. One of my friends thinks he looks the most feline out of the entire cast. Who can tell? The only place where you can see his skin is on the tips of his fingers. For a collar, Munkustrap has a black one with silver studs. Instead of multi-colored legwarmers, he has all black ones, with black shoes, giving his legs a really cool look.
Name Origins:
I must say, I have absolutely no idea where the ‘Munkus’ came from, and if you have any ideas, please let me know. ‘Strap’ means numerous things. The only thing I think that really applies is the term ‘strapping.’ He sure is, isn’t he? So brave defending his wittle Jellicle tribe. Aww………
Other Comments:
Michael Gruber (Munkustrap in the video) is one of the three actors CATS Fans are most obsessed with. I’d say he’s the third most popular. Second being John Partridge and first being (drum roll please) Jacob Brent! Personally, I’m not so fond of Michael Gruber as a person (I don’t personally know him, but I don’t think he looks so hot), but I absolutely love his character. He’s one of my favorite male cats. On to some theories…he’s in love with Demeter. I happen to agree with that one. There are some that say he’s Tugger’s brother…talk about different personalities! I don’t really go for that one, but it’s possible. One person thinks he’s Grizabella’s kid. Might work. I don’t really know. It appears Munkustrap was born into a complicated family.