Microsoft Co-founder Paul Allen passes way at the age of 65
Allen died from complications of non-Hodgkins lymphoma.
Sad news today from the technology industry as Paul Allen has died at the age of 65 after complications of non-Hodgkins lymphoma. Allen co-founded Microsoft with Bill Gates and had gone on to own the Seattle Seahawks and Portland Trailblazers sports teams. His sister Jody said that Allen was "a remarkable individual on every level."
Paul Allen's family made the following statement:
“My brother was a remarkable individual on every level. While most knew Paul Allen as a technologist and philanthropist, for us he was a much loved brother and uncle, and an exceptional friend.
Paul’s family and friends were blessed to experience his wit, warmth, his generosity and deep concern. For all the demands on his schedule, there was always time for family and friends. At this time of loss and grief for us – and so many others – we are profoundly grateful for the care and concern he demonstrated every day.”
Vulcan Inc., Allen's privately-held company, made the following statement on their founder's passing:
Speaking on behalf of Vulcan Inc., the Seattle Seahawks and Portland Trailblazers, Stratolaunch Systems, the Allen Institute and the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence, Vulcan CEO Bill Hilf released this statement:
“All of us who had the honor of working with Paul feel inexpressible loss today. He possessed a remarkable intellect and a passion to solve some of the world’s most difficult problems, with the conviction that creative thinking and new approaches could make profound and lasting impact.
Millions of people were touched by his generosity, his persistence in pursuit of a better world, and his drive to accomplish as much as he could with the time and resources at his disposal.
Paul’s life was diverse and lived with gusto. It reflected his myriad interests in technology, music and the arts, biosciences and artificial intelligence, conservation and in the power of shared experience – in a stadium or a neighborhood – to transform individual lives and whole communities.
Paul loved Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. The impact of Paul’s efforts can be seen here at every turn. But the true impact of his vision and generosity is evident around the globe.
Paul thoughtfully addressed how the many institutions he founded and supported would continue after he was no longer able to lead them. This isn’t the time to deal in those specifics as we focus on Paul’s family. We will continue to work on furthering Paul’s mission and the projects he entrusted to us. There are no changes imminent for Vulcan, the teams, the research institutes or museums.
Today we mourn our boss, mentor and friend whose 65 years were too short – and acknowledge the honor it has been to work alongside someone whose life transformed the world.”
Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella also commented on Paul Allen's passing:
Paul Allen’s contributions to our company, our industry and to our community are indispensable. As co-founder of Microsoft, in his own quiet and persistent way, he created magical products, experiences and institutions, and in doing so, he changed the world. I have learned so much from him – his inquisitiveness, curiosity and push for high standards is something that will continue to inspire me and all of us at Microsoft. Our hearts are with Paul’s family and loved ones. Rest in peace.
Paul Allen will go down as one of the best investors in the history of Silicon Valley and his early work with Microsoft will influence the business and technology sectors for years to come. This is a devastating day for his family, and Shacknews extends our condolences in these tough times.
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replyAsif Khan posted a new article, Microsoft Co-founder Paul Allen passes way at the age of 65
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Just heard it as well, sad day indeed :(
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Woah that's pretty crazy, RIP
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