An internationally known lion nicknamed “Hang Hang” for his distinctive mullet haircut dies at age 17, according to Guangzhou Zoo in China’s Guangdong province. The zoo says Hang Hang died peacefully on July 14. Photos and videos of the lion’s hairstyle gained attention online, turning him into an unofficial local and internet icon. The reports focus on the zoo’s announcement and provide few additional details about his health beyond the statement that he died peacefully. Coverage from multiple outlets repeats the same basic timeline and attribution to the Guangzhou Zoo, including his age at death and the date the zoo disclosed. No source in the provided material cites an official cause of death or comments from zoo veterinarians. The overall reporting emphasizes Hang Hang’s status as a recognizable public figure at the zoo and notes that his death is confirmed by the institution that housed him.