Emma Myles Tips Her Hat to Cat Dads on Father’s Day
Universal salute to pet parents beams through Maybel’s playful snaps of feline fatherhood.
Image: Instagram
Emma Myles brought smiles across Instagram on Sunday by tipping her metaphorical hat to a special group: cat dads. Best known for playing Leanne Taylor in Netflix’s Orange Is the New Black, Myles opted for a lighthearted Father’s Day salute to “Happy Father’s Day to all the cat dads out there but especially Maybel’s favorite🖤🤍🧡,” per her caption. The post perfectly blends her off-camera warmth with a dash of playful mystery—and a fluffy feline friend at the center of attention.
Maybel Steals The Spotlight
In the two-image post, the first frame captures Myles gently cradling Maybel, her rescue calico, on a sunlit couch. The second shows a yet-to-be-identified figure—dubbed “Maybel’s favorite”—showering the kitty with affectionate hugs. Myles’ use of black, white and orange hearts mirrors Maybel’s tricolor coat and adds a clever visual nod for fans browsing their feeds.
From Stage And Screen To The Cat Lounge
While Emma Myles has built her reputation on-screen—first winning acclaim for 2013’s Orange Is the New Black—followers now cherish her genuine social updates. Beyond her breakthrough role, Myles has appeared in a string of independent films, guest-starred on network dramas and narrated several audiobooks. Despite maintaining a private personal life, she regularly shares candid moments from her Brooklyn loft, whether she’s house hunting, fundraising or simply enjoying downtime with her cat.
Advocacy Through Cooking
In addition to acting, Myles debuted as an author this spring with The Trigger Kitchen, a cookbook blending recipes and personal essays on body image and self-care. She introduced the project on Instagram, writing:
“The book is called the Trigger Kitchen and I love it. Emma has done such a beautiful job and the recipes are amazing. She brought the peanut butter cookies to my party and they vanished. Beautiful work Emma. I’ll put a link here a link in my bio and a link in the story. Buy one. Thanks!”
Fans praised her candor and the way she uses food to spark conversations about wellness and diet culture. A follow-up event with Project HEAL further cemented her role as an outspoken advocate for mental health and eating-disorder awareness.
Why Pet Parenthood Resonates
Father’s Day tributes to human children are a staple, but celebrations of pet parenthood have grown into their own social-media phenomenon. Industry data shows nearly half of U.S. households own at least one cat, and hashtags like #CatDad and #PetParents now count in the millions. By dedicating her holiday greeting to feline fathers, Myles tapped into a warm-hearted trend that honors the quiet, daily care given to companion animals.
Community Cheers And Playful Theories
Within hours, Myles’ post drew tens of thousands of likes and a parade of comments. Fans tagged partners, siblings and friends who proudly fill the role of “cat dad,” sharing anecdotes about late-night cuddles, playtime marathons and treat negotiations. One follower quipped, “I hope Maybel’s favorite has an emergency stash of tuna!” while another speculated the heart emoji colors held clues about the mystery pet parent.
On The Horizon
Myles has hinted at upcoming film and theatre projects slated for later this year. In interviews, she’s expressed gratitude for balancing professional milestones with personal joys—like raising a rescue cat from kittenhood. With two indie features in post-production and a national tour for The Trigger Kitchen in the works, fans can expect more behind-the-scenes glimpses of her life both in and out of the spotlight.
Emma Myles’ Father’s Day salute will linger in comments and reposts for days to come. As she continues to blend her passions—acting, writing and pet parenting—she reminds us that some of life’s richest moments unfold in the simplest settings: curled up on the couch with a purring cat and a caring human willing to claim the title of favorite.
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