The Cartoon Network website has officially shut down after 26 years, redirecting users to the Max streaming platform. This move has sparked a wave of nostalgia and sadness among netizens, who are mourning the loss of a beloved childhood staple.
While Warner Bros and Cartoon Network have yet to address the issue, fans have taken to social media to express their feelings, with many calling it the "end of an era." The news was first shared by Pop Crave on X (formerly Twitter), further fueling the online conversation.
The Cartoon Network website has officially shut down after 26 years.
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) August 9, 2024
The website now sends visitors to Max sign-up page. pic.twitter.com/dDkvVfaDGW
Reactions range from simple expressions of sadness to heartfelt tributes to the channel and its impact on viewers' lives. Some users recalled their favorite shows, while others lamented the loss of a piece of their childhood.
Despite the shutdown of its website, Cartoon Network itself is not going anywhere. Its shows continue to be available on the Max streaming service, ensuring that future generations can still enjoy the channel's iconic programming. However, the loss of the website marks a symbolic end of an era for many who grew up with Cartoon Network as a central part of their childhood.
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