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May 19, 2025
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The timeline of Roaring Kitty posts

Roaring Kitty timeline

Timeline of Roaring Kitty Events

2021 (Pre-Hiatus):

  • Gill catalyzes the GameStop stock surge by promoting its undervaluation on social media, leading to a historic short squeeze. His portfolio, heavily tied to GME, was estimated at $34 million to $250 million.
  • Owns approximately 9 million GameStop shares at peak influence.
  • Becomes a retail trading icon, then goes silent for three years.

May 2024:

  • Ends three-year social media hiatus with a post on X featuring a gamer leaning forward, suggesting intense focus. This sparks speculation of a return to Reddit or renewed GME activity.
  • GameStop and AMC Entertainment (AMC) stocks surge, boosted by his return.
  • A memecoin called $KITTY, created a month earlier, rises 8000% on news of his return.

June 7, 2024:

  • Hosts a YouTube livestream, remaining emotionless amid GME price volatility. Holds 120,000 GME call options, many in the money.
  • Speculation arises that he’s betting on a GameStop turnaround led by CEO Ryan Cohen.
  • X users speculate he might join GameStop’s board, though no confirmation follows.

September 2024:

  • Posts a cryptic image on X, leading to speculation of a full return.
  • Files a 13G form for Chewy (CHWY), indicating a significant stake, which aligns with earlier cryptic dog imagery posts from 2024 hinting at Chewy.

December 5, 2024:

  • Posts a cryptic image of the 2006 Time magazine “Person of the Year” cover (“You”), causing GameStop shares to spike 10% and memecoins like GME Coin to surge 65%.
  • Other meme stocks, including AMC, Unity Software (U), and Clear Secure (YOU), also rise.
  • X users interpret the post as signaling “TIME YOU COVER,” possibly urging short sellers to cover GME positions.

December 11, 2024:

  • Another cryptic post reignites discussion about his wealth, reportedly surpassing Nancy Pelosi’s. No clear market impact specified.

December 25-26, 2024:

  • Posts a Christmas present image on X, boosting GameStop shares by 3.5% to 10% intraday.
  • X users note detailed connections in his posts, like referencing Ryan Cohen’s earlier memes, suggesting a planned timeline.

January 1-2, 2025:

  • Posts a Rick James-themed GIF from a Chappelle’s Show sketch referencing the song “Unity.” Unity Software (U) shares surge 7-14%, with overnight trading on Robinhood up 12%.
  • GameStop and Chewy shares also react, and GameStop-themed memecoins, including GME Coin, rally 300%. A Roaring Kitty-themed memecoin rises 25%.
  • A cryptocurrency called “fartcoin” rallies, tied to speculative bets influenced by Gill.
  • No securities filings confirm Gill purchased Unity Software shares.

January 15, 2025:

  • Meme stock revival fizzles; GameStop and AMC shares plunge, erasing early 2025 gains. Unity Software drops 10% year-to-date after an initial 15% spike.

January 23, 2025:

  • Posts a Futurama clip described as “soul-crushing,” viewed 4 million times on X. Sparks speculation about his commitment to GameStop or a possible reference to Unity Software.
  • Stocktwits posts “He’s backkkk,” reflecting retail investor excitement.

February 1, 2025:

  • X users defend Gill’s strategy, noting his Chewy 13G filing took months to materialize, suggesting a long-term plan for GME. They argue against bearish sentiment due to recent boring GME price action.

April 20, 2025:

  • X users on “kitty watch” interpret Gill’s Time magazine post (noted for its 1:09 timestamp and 4:20 end time) as signaling activity on April 20 (4/20). No confirmed market moves reported.

Future Speculations

Potential Return to GameStop Advocacy:

  • Gill’s cryptic posts, especially the Futurama clip and Time magazine cover, suggest he may still believe in GameStop’s undervaluation or a Ryan Cohen-led turnaround. His 2024 call options and X posts hint at ongoing interest, potentially leading to another GME surge if he escalates activity.
  • Speculation persists that he could push for a short squeeze akin to 2021, though memecoins tied to GME have no fundamental link and rely purely on sentiment.

Expansion to Other Meme Stocks or Assets:

  • Gill’s influence has extended to Unity Software, Chewy, and even cryptocurrencies like “fartcoin.” Future posts could target new stocks or assets, especially if tied to cryptic cultural references (e.g., Rick James or Futurama).
  • His Chewy 13G filing shows he’s willing to take significant stakes in companies beyond GME, possibly signaling a broader meme stock portfolio.

Increased Regulatory Scrutiny:

  • Gill’s market-moving posts have drawn Wall Street criticism, with analysts like Wedbush’s Michael Pachter dismissing GameStop’s fundamentals.
  • His ability to spike stocks and memecoins with single posts could attract SEC attention for potential market manipulation, especially if he’s trading on his own signals.

Long-Term Strategy or Exit:

  • X users believe Gill operates on a months-long timeline, as seen with his Chewy stake. He may be quietly building positions or planning a major move for GME or other stocks.
  • Alternatively, with estimates of his wealth in the tens or hundreds of millions, he could liquidate remaining holdings and retreat from public view, though his recent activity suggests otherwise.

Cultural or Symbolic Moves:

  • Gill’s use of memes (e.g., Chappelle’s Show, Futurama) and timestamps (1:09, 4:20) indicates a deliberate effort to engage retail investors culturally. Future posts may lean further into pop culture to rally his base, potentially amplifying market volatility.

Notes

  • Uncertainties: It’s unknown how much of Gill’s portfolio (GameStop or otherwise) he has liquidated or currently holds. His cryptic posts make intentions ambiguous, and memecoins lack fundamental ties to his actions.

  • Market Impact: While Gill’s posts consistently move meme stocks and cryptocurrencies, the January 2025 fizzle shows his influence can wane without sustained momentum.

  • X Sentiment: Retail investors on X remain bullish, interpreting his posts as part of a grand strategy, though some acknowledge the speculative nature of his influence. For the latest on Roaring Kitty, monitoring his X account @TheRoaringKitty and related market movements is key, as his posts often trigger immediate reactions. Always approach meme stock and memecoin investments with caution due to their volatility and lack of fundamental backing.