February 11th 2025.
Duolingo, the popular language learning company, recently made a shocking statement on their social media accounts. They announced the unfortunate death of their beloved mascot, the Duolingo Owl, also known as 'Duo'. The green owl, who has been at the center of the brand's image, has become a well-known meme for his guilt-tripping and sometimes threatening reminders for users to keep up with their language lessons.
The statement shared on their social media accounts was quite bizarre. It stated that Duo had passed away and authorities were investigating the cause of his death. The news was met with shock and sadness from fans all over the world. Many took to social media to express their grief and share their memories of the iconic owl.
The company also humorously referenced online jokes that compared Duo's name to popstar Dua Lipa. They asked their followers to respect Dua Lipa's privacy during this difficult time. As a tribute to Duo, the company even updated their profile photo with one of the owl, with Xs over his eyes.
The news of Duo's death also brought out a humorous side from some users. One user even joked, "Does this mean no more 6 am notifications threatening me because I haven't done a lesson before I've woken up?" It's clear that Duo had made a lasting impact on the users of the app.
A representative for Duolingo confirmed the news and shared their sorrow over the loss of their beloved mascot. They also mentioned the ongoing investigation surrounding Duo's death and promised to share more information as it becomes available. The company also changed their app icon to reflect the tragic loss of 'Dead Duo'.
While some may see this as a bizarre marketing move, Duolingo is no stranger to publicity stunts. Last year, they shared a clip on TikTok where Duo had a consultation with celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Miami, dressed in a hospital gown. This just goes to show how dedicated the company is to their brand and their beloved mascot.
In the end, Duo may have passed away, but his legacy will live on through the millions of users he has reminded to do their language lessons. He may have had many enemies, but his impact on the language learning community will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, Duo.
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