Kabosu, the Shiba Inu who became an internet sensation as the face of the Doge meme, has passed away at the age of 18. The news was confirmed by her owner, Atsuko Sato, who shared the sad news on social media.
Kabosu’s “much wow” face not only launched one of the defining memes of the last decade but also inspired the creation of the cryptocurrency Dogecoin. Her expressive face and the humorous captions that accompanied her photos brought joy to millions of internet users worldwide.
Despite her fame, Kabosu led a normal dog life in Sakura, Japan, with her owner. She enjoyed regular visits to a local park that features a bench dedicated to the Shiba Inu breed. Her passing marks the end of an era, but her legacy as the Doge meme will continue to live on in the digital world.
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