New Delhi, March 10 -- The tragic death of 24-year-old Chinese cosplay influencer Maoyouyou, whose real name is Shi Ye, has sparked widespread grief and reflection among netizens in mainland China. Shi passed away at 5:20 PM on February 25, as confirmed by her family on social media.

While the exact cause of her death was not disclosed, many fans suspect she died by suicide. Her death may be linked to ongoing depression and financial hardship, as per the South China Morning Post.

Shi was a well-known figure in China's cosplay community. She actively participated in anime conventions and shared her cosplay work online with over 51,000 followers. On February 24, just a day before her death, she held a live stream where she appeared visibl...