Save A Fox Mourns the Loss of Beloved Fox Finnegan, Revealed in Emotional YouTube Update
The animal rescue community and millions of online followers are grieving the loss of Finnegan the Fox, a cherished animal ambassador whose passing was confirmed by Save A Fox rescue. The sad news was publicly shared on January 30 through a heartfelt video posted to the organization's popular YouTube channel.
Emotional Announcement After Two-Month Delay
In the emotional update, Ethan Frankamp, the widower of Save A Fox founder Mikayla Raines, explained that Finnegan had actually died approximately two months earlier. The family needed significant time to process their profound loss before they could speak publicly about the heartbreaking event. Frankamp offered a sincere apology for the delayed announcement in a pinned comment beneath the video, revealing that the family had been coping with multiple personal tragedies that made editing and sharing the video exceptionally difficult.
The situation was compounded by the fact that Raines, who established Save A Fox in 2017 and transformed it into a widely followed animal rescue operation, passed away in 2025. Frankamp described grieving his wife while simultaneously losing Finnegan as "impossibly hard", yet he emphasized the importance of finally sharing the truth with their dedicated supporters.
Finnegan's Legacy as a Rescue Ambassador and Gaming Icon
Finnegan emerged as one of the most recognizable animals featured on the Save A Fox YouTube channel, regularly appearing in videos focused on animal rescue, care practices, and wildlife education. His playful demeanor and expressive personality made him a fan favorite across multiple communities. Beyond his rescue work, Finnegan achieved unique fame for providing the vocal sounds used for Kiriko's kitsune spirit in the popular game Overwatch 2, connecting him with gaming enthusiasts worldwide.
His presence offered comfort and familiarity to viewers who followed the rescue's work with foxes and other animals, making his loss particularly poignant for the community that grew to love him through digital platforms.
Financial Challenges and Community Support
In his statement, Frankamp disclosed that the family faced substantial medical expenses while caring for Finnegan during his final days. He invited supporters who are willing and able to contribute donations through the official Save A Fox website to help offset these costs. To ensure fairness to their sponsors, Frankamp added that all sponsors specifically connected to Finnegan would receive refunds for the previous two months.
The message concluded with a heartfelt expression of gratitude to viewers and donors for their patience, understanding, and continued support during this profoundly painful period. Frankamp emphasized that the kindness demonstrated by the community has provided immense comfort to the grieving family.
Enduring Impact on Animal Rescue Awareness
Finnegan's passing represents another emotional chapter for Save A Fox and its global network of supporters. While his physical absence is deeply felt, his legacy continues through the awareness he helped generate about animal rescue and proper care practices. The organization persists in its vital work, sustained by a community that remembers Finnegan not merely as a fox, but as a powerful symbol of compassion, connection, and educational outreach.
The Save A Fox rescue remains committed to its mission, honoring Finnegan's memory by continuing to advocate for animal welfare and rescue operations, supported by followers who were touched by his unique spirit and contribution to wildlife education.
