After 10 years locked in IKEA, the monke has returned...wif his coat
HISTORY
On a chilly day in 2012, Darwin, a Japanese macaque with a flair for fashion, turned an Ikea parking lot in Toronto into his personal runway, donning a shearling coat and diaper like it was Milan Fashion Week. This little escape artist broke free from his car-crate, strutted his stuff among the shoppers, and became an overnight social media icon - the "Ikea Monkey". His impromptu adventure ended with a catch by Toronto Animal Services and a fine for his trendy but not-so-law-abiding owner. From car to catwalk to sanctuary, Darwin's tale is a wild ride through fashion, freedom, and finding fame in the most unexpected places.
