Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki has passed away following a two-year battle with cancer. Her death was confirmed by her husband, Dennis Troper, through a heartfelt Facebook post.
Tributes from Sundar Pichai and the Tech Community to Susan Wojcicki
Unbelievably saddened by the loss of my dear friend @SusanWojcicki after two years of living with cancer. She is as core to the history of Google as anyone, and it’s hard to imagine the world without her. She was an incredible person, leader and friend who had a tremendous…
— Sundar Pichai (@sundarpichai) August 10, 2024
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet, paid tribute to Wojcicki on X (formerly Twitter), expressing profound sadness at her passing. Pichai’s post highlighted Wojcicki’s pivotal role in Google’s history and her significant impact on the tech world. He wrote:
“Unbelievably saddened by the loss of my dear friend SusanWojcicki after two years of living with cancer. She is as core to the history of Google as anyone, and it’s hard to imagine the world without her. She was an incredible person, leader, and friend who had a tremendous impact on the world and I’m one of countless Googlers who is better for knowing her. We will miss her dearly. Our thoughts with her family. RIP Susan.”
Dennis Troper’s Heartfelt Announcement
Dennis Troper shared the news of Wojcicki’s passing in a moving Facebook post. Troper described Wojcicki as a brilliant mind, a loving mother, and a dear friend. He reflected on their 26 years together and their five children. Troper’s message read:
“It is with profound sadness that I share the news of Susan Wojcicki passing. My beloved wife of 26 years and mother to our five children left us today after 2 years of living with non-small cell lung cancer. Susan was not just my best friend and partner in life, but a brilliant mind, a loving mother, and a dear friend to many. Her impact on our family and the world was immeasurable. We are heartbroken, but grateful for the time we had with her. Please keep our family in your thoughts as we navigate this difficult time.”
Social Media Reactions
The news of Wojcicki’s death quickly spread across social media, with many expressing their condolences and paying tribute. On X, users shared their sadness and respect, with comments like, “Oh wow, what a loss to this world. Super sad,” and “How tragic.”
Wojcicki’s Legacy
Susan Wojcicki’s career at Google began in 1999, when she became the company’s 16th employee. She played a crucial role in the company’s growth, including advocating for the acquisition of YouTube in 2006 for $1.65 billion. Under her leadership, YouTube’s viewer base grew to 2.5 billion monthly users. Wojcicki stepped down as YouTube CEO in February 2023 after nine years at the helm, passing the leadership to Neal Mohan.
Personal Connections and Contributions
Wojcicki’s connection to Google dates back to its founding, as she rented her garage to Sergey Brin and Larry Page in 1998, which was pivotal in the company’s early development. Her sister, Anne Wojcicki, co-founded 23andMe and was previously married to Google co-founder Sergey Brin.
Susan Wojcicki’s passing marks the end of an era for the tech industry. Her contributions to Google and YouTube have left a lasting legacy that will be remembered by many. Her family and friends, as well as the broader tech community, mourn the loss of a visionary leader.
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