Beloved Creator Daedolsugwan's Dogs Safely Cared For; 49th Day Memorial Service Announced

Following the sudden passing of pioneering content creator Daedolsugwan (real name Na Dong-hyun), an update has been shared regarding the well-being of his beloved canine companions, Danchu and Kkomaeng-i.

The official Daedolsugwan YouTube channel released a statement informing fans that his sister is diligently looking after both dogs. While both are reportedly eating well and are in good health, Kkomaeng-i recently exhibited unusual gait and underwent a veterinary examination. Diagnosed with the need for cruciate ligament and patella surgery due to old age, Kkomaeng-i is scheduled for surgery on September 14th.

Furthermore, the 49th day memorial service for Daedolsugwan will be held on October 23rd at Manwolsan Yaksa Temple in Incheon. Danchu and Kkomaeng-i are expected to be present, and fans wishing to pay their respects are welcome to attend.

Daedolsugwan was tragically found deceased at his home on September 6th at the age of 46. The confirmed cause of death was a cerebral hemorrhage, which was substantiated by an autopsy. Fellow creator Yum-yum, who managed the mourning rites, shared that he passed away peacefully in his sleep.

Na Dong-hyun, widely known as Daedolsugwan, was a prominent figure in the early days of Korean YouTube, launching his channel in 2011.

He garnered immense popularity for his diverse content, including gaming and talk shows, amassing over a million subscribers and establishing himself as a highly successful creator.

Daedolsugwan was married to fellow creator Yum-yum, who is nine years his junior, but the couple announced their divorce in March 2023.