Kabosu – the Shiba Inu who rose to global fame as the face of the “Doge” meme and inspired the creation of Popular Memecoins Is known Dogecoin (DOGE) – Passed away peacefully on 24 May at the age of 17.
Atsuko Sato, the owner of Kabosu, shared the heartbreaking news on his official blogExpressing gratitude for the love and support Kabosu has received over the years, Sato announced that a farewell party for “Kabo-chan” will be held at Flower Kaori in Kotsu no Mori, Narita City, on May 26. The post reads:
Last night, as usual, he ate and drank plenty of water. There was soft light coming in from the window, and it was a beautiful morning with birds singing outside.
She walked quietly, as if she was sleeping, and I was caressing her.
Doge fans come together
The crypto community and Kabosu’s countless fans have come together to offer their condolences, pay tribute, and share memories of the dog who became an internet sensation. Kabosu’s rise to fame began in 2010 when Sato posted photos of his adopted dog on his blog.
One particular image, capturing Kabosu’s skeptical and curious expression, quickly went viral and spawned the “Doge” meme. This single image, often accompanied by phrases in broken English and Comic Sans font, became a cornerstone of internet culture.
In 2013, the meme’s popularity expanded into the financial scene with the creation of Dogecoin, which used Kabosu’s image as its official logo. Although it was created as a joke, Dogecoin became a popular coin that has been responsible for a number of charitable initiatives, including funding clean water projects and supporting the Jamaican bobsled team.
In December 2022, when Sato told the community that Kabosu was facing health challenges, the crypto community supported her. One Twitter user even said that Offered to cover any expenses It was necessary to ensure that Kabosu received the best treatment.
Wishing Kabosu a speedy recovery. Praying for him. I am sorry to even mention money at this point, but whatever expenses are necessary to ensure he gets the best treatment, please consider them paid. I say this with all due respect.
— Alpha Doge (@alphadoge777) December 26, 2022
Kabosu’s influence has gone beyond the internet and is affecting political campaigns. Most recently, the re-election campaign of United States President Joe Biden used the term “Kabosu”.master of memes” to manage relationships with digital media companies, podcasts, and meme pages on various social media platforms, highlighting the growing importance of meme culture in today’s society.
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