Duolingo just “Killed” an Owl and the Internet is Mourning
You ignoring your lessons might be to blame.
Duolingo, the language-learning app known for its aggressive notifications and unhinged social media presence, has done the unthinkable—it announced the "death" of its iconic green owl, Duo - and the internet is in shock.
In a dramatic twist, Duolingo posted that Duo had "passed away," possibly from waiting too long for users to do their lessons. Cause of death? Procrastination, probably. The company even asked people to "respect Dua Lipa’s privacy during this difficult time," keeping up its long-running joke about the app's imaginary love affair with the pop star.
The announcement, of course, is just another clever marketing move by Duolingo, which has mastered the art of blending humor, chaos, and guilt-tripping into a viral strategy. Fans are reacting with memes, fake eulogies, and—ironically—actually opening the app.
So, is Duo really gone? Unlikely. But if you’ve been dodging your Spanish lessons for months, now might be a good time to log in. You know, before Duolingo does something even wilder.