Japanese Meme Dog, Face of Elon Musk's Preferred Cryptocurrency, Passes Away
On Friday, Kabosu, the beloved Japanese dog famous for sparking the “Doge” meme and inspiring the creation of the $23 billion Dogecoin cryptocurrency, passed away. Atsuko Sato, her owner, shared the sad news on her blog, expressing that Kabosu passed away peacefully in her sleep while being comforted. Sato described Kabosu as the happiest dog in the world and herself as the happiest owner.
Kabosu, a rescue dog adopted by Sato from a puppy mill in 2008, rose to internet stardom in 2010 when Sato posted a photo of her crossing her paws on the sofa. This adorable image quickly became the foundation for the “Doge” meme, known for its funny captions in broken English.
The original photo of Kabosu was later sold as a Non-Fungible Token (NFT) for $4 million. The meme also inspired the creation of Dogecoin, initially intended as a joke but eventually gaining popularity and value. Dogecoin now boasts a market capitalization of $23 billion and has received endorsements from celebrities like Snoop Dogg, Mark Cuban, and Gene Simmons. Elon Musk, in particular, has been a vocal supporter of Dogecoin.
Kabosu’s impact on internet culture and the cryptocurrency world is significant. She brought joy and laughter to many and played a role in a major digital phenomenon. Her legacy will be cherished by fans worldwide.
