# RIP Kabosu By [aundingoya.eth](https://paragraph.com/@aundingoya.eth) Β· 2024-05-25 --- Sad news in the crypto world: Kabosu, the beloved Shiba Inu behind Dogecoin's iconic meme, has passed away at 18. πŸΆπŸ’” Kabosu's viral meme sparked Dogecoin's creation in 2013, making it the biggest meme coin. The meme also inspired others like Shiba Inu and Floki. A tribute ceremony is set for Sunday, May 26th. Dogecoin's official account paid homage, acknowledging Kabosu's global impact. Kabosu's meme not only birthed Dogecoin but also fueled the rise of meme coins. Join us in remembering Kabosu at a farewell party on May 26th. --- *Originally published on [aundingoya.eth](https://paragraph.com/@aundingoya.eth/rip-kabosu)*