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Jonathan XIII, UConn's "Mascot Emeritus," dies at 14

Jonathan XIII
Jonathan XIII in 2008.
University of Connecticut

STORRS, Conn. (WTIC Radio)_ The University of Connecticut reports one of its retired mascots has died.

In a statement, UConn says Jonathan XIII died peacefully at home on Wednesday.


He represented UConn as its official mascot for almost six years, first appearing with UConn in 2008. In recent years, Jonathan XIII retired and served as a mentor and best friend to his successor.

Jonathan XIII was born in 2006 in Pennsylvania, undergoing socialization and obedience training before making his public debut at UConn during the March 9, 2008 men’s basketball game against Cincinnati.

He had lived for many years near campus with his host family and Jonathan XIV, the current mascot and his constant companion.

Jonathan XIII would have turned 15 in December.