10.08.2024 14:40
Susan Wojcicki, one of Google's first employees and former CEO of YouTube, died at the age of 56 from lung cancer. She became the 16th employee by opening her garage during Google's founding and served for 25 years. She served as CEO of YouTube for 9 years. During this time, as the internet transitioned to social media, platforms faced criticism for spreading misinformation and harmful content. Her husband said, "She was a brilliant mind and a loving mother." Google CEO Pichai expressed his condolences, saying, "She was an incredible leader and friend."
Former YouTube CEO and one of Google's first employees, Susan Wojcicki, passed away at the age of 56. According to her husband Dennis Troper's statement, Wojcicki had been battling lung cancer for two years.
In a Facebook post, Troper said, "My wife of 26 years and mother of our five children passed away today." He described Wojcicki as "a brilliant mind, a loving mother, and a valuable friend."
Wojcicki, one of the leading women in Silicon Valley, had opened her garage to the founders of Google during the company's early days. She later became Google's 16th employee and worked at the company for 25 years.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai stated that Wojcicki had a significant place in Google's history and said, "She was an incredible person, leader, and friend. We will miss her dearly."
Wojcicki served as the CEO of YouTube for nine years. This period coincided with the transition of the internet to social media and increased criticism of online platforms for spreading misinformation and harmful content.
When she stepped down in 2023, she said, "I am proud of everything we have accomplished. It has been an exciting, meaningful experience that has encompassed my whole being."