Xzibit Shares Longevity Secrets for His 20-Year-Old Cat

The hip-hop artist, born Alvin Joiner, credits the cat’s survival through thyroid issues and chronic kidney failure to consistent medical oversight, including regular IV fluid treatments. While Thunder Cat primarily subsists on dry food, Xzibit admits to occasional rewards of junk food for good behavior. The feline’s sudden internet fame has resulted in an Instagram account amassing tens of thousands of followers and a steady stream of fan art, including custom portraits and apparel that the rapper openly embraces.

This domestic stability stands in contrast to the rapper’s ongoing legal and financial disputes. Court records from April revealed that despite a monthly income of approximately $66,500, Xzibit faces roughly $1.3 million in tax debt—including $900,000 owed to the IRS and $400,000 to the state of California. These financial pressures have complicated his divorce from Krista Joiner, as the two remain locked in a dispute over spousal and child support payments for their son, Gatlyn. While Krista has petitioned for increased support, citing lifestyle expenses and attorney fees, the rapper argues that his touring-dependent income is too volatile to sustain such obligations.