Maine Says Good-bye to Tatum, from the Popular Series ‘Tatum Talks’

Our hearts are breaking after the news that the beloved pit bull Tatum, star of 'Tatum Talks,' has died.

Maine Dog Named Tatum With a Huge Social Media Following Has Died

My husband introduced me to the social media series, 'Tatum Talks,' several years ago, and I immediately fell in love with the humor, but especially with the dog.

Jim and I were human parents to a pit bull at the time, and saw a lot of our Toby in Tatum.

Tatum Talks Shows Life in Maine Through the Eyes of an Adorable Dog

If you're not familiar with the series, Tatum was a rescue dog, adopted by Nic and Charles Lever, who quickly became an internet sensation.

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Human Dad, Charles, gave Tatum a voice in funny, everyday situations, including interacting with human Mom, Nic.

The videos are so well done that the series won the 2024 People's Voice Webby Award and went to New York City to accept it.

Several years ago, I had the opportunity to interview Charles before he joined us for a charity snowmobile ride.

We spoke on the phone, and I asked him to share a sample of Tatum's voice.

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His reply cracked me up because he refused, since Tatum wasn't on the line. I had to admire his dedication to the brand.

Maine Couple Shares the News that Their Internet Star Dog, Tatum, has Died

Charles and Nic shared a touching video on social media, explaining Tatum's final days and thanking everyone who has loved Tatum over the years.

Our hearts go out to you, Nic and Charles. Jim and I lost our Toby a year ago and know, all too well, how heartbroken you are.

Thank you for sharing Tatum with us. His spirit lives on in our favorite Tatum Talks videos.