I agree. My late cat Wesley was not just beautiful but he walked like a panther. He was utterly splendid, in my opinion, the way he would pad across the room like the local king. And like most black cats, his coat was gorgeous - so shiny and glossy and soft to the touch. Paul is just like him, minus the panther walk. Alas, Paul tends to waddle.
I think black cats are absolutely gorgeous. I call Connor my little panther. He's quite a vicious predator. Those catnip mice didn't stand a chance.