Goo Seong-hwan and Lee Ju-seung on "I Live Alone" Sadness

Actor Lee Ju-seung experienced his second sorrow in two weeks as he bid farewell to his 11-year-old companion dog, Coco. Announcing that Coco had become a star in heaven, Lee Ju-seung expressed his heartfelt emotions, saying, "Coco, thank you so much for fighting through the pain until the end. Thanks to you, I was truly happy for 10 years. I love you so, so much." He also added, "I apologize for the continuous sad news, following Kkotbunyi and Grandfather," sharing his unfortunate situation of losing his companion dog shortly after experiencing the recent loss of his grandfather.

Lee Ju-seung recalled Coco as a lovely companion dog who was chic and sensitive but also affectionate at times. He offered comfort by saying, "Coco, who is the same age as Kkotbunyi, has crossed the rainbow bridge, and I believe they will be playing together joyfully." Coco had received much love while appearing on "I Live Alone" with Lee Ju-seung, and the actor had shown deep affection by consistently climbing mountains for Coco's health.

The sad news of Lee Ju-seung's companion dog Coco's passing came shortly after the passing of Gu Seong-hwan's companion dog Kkotbunyi, bringing even greater sorrow to fans. Gu Seong-hwan had also expressed his regret after Kkotbunyi's death, saying, "If I had known she would leave like this, I wish I had fed her more delicious food and taken her for more walks. Only regret remains."

Fans are expressing deep sorrow over the consecutive farewells of the two companion dogs who received much love from viewers through "I Live Alone." Netizens are offering condolences and comforting Lee Ju-seung and Gu Seong-hwan with comments such as, "Coco, run and play with Kkotbunyi and rest peacefully," and "​Take good care of Kkotbunyi in Dog Heaven."

When Gu Seong-hwan's companion dog Kkotbunyi passed away, the MBC entertainment show "I Live Alone" shared the sorrow with viewers by releasing a 20-second tribute video at the end of the broadcast. As Lee Ju-seung's companion dog Coco also received much love through "I Live Alone," many are unable to contain their sadness over this recent sad news.