Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki Passes Away After Battle with Cancer

In a touching message posted on the social media platform X, Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced the death of his close friend and former YouTube CEO, Susan Wojcicki, who succumbed to cancer after a two-year struggle.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai shared the news on X, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of his close friend, @SusanWojcicki, who passed away after a two-year battle with cancer. Pichai wrote, “I am profoundly saddened by the death of my dear friend Susan Wojcicki. Her influence on Google’s history is immeasurable, and it’s hard to envision the world without her. She was an exceptional leader, a remarkable person, and a cherished friend who made a significant impact on so many lives. Her absence will be deeply felt. Our thoughts are with her family during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Susan.”

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

Susan Wojcicki’s husband, Dennis Troper, announced her passing in a heartfelt Facebook post. “It is with deep sorrow that I share the news of Susan Wojcicki’s death. After 26 years of marriage and two years of battling non-small cell lung cancer, my beloved wife and the mother of our five children has left us. Susan was not only my best friend and life partner but also a brilliant mind, a devoted mother, and a cherished friend to many. Her impact on our family and the world was profound. While we are heartbroken, we are grateful for the time we had with her. Please keep our family in your thoughts during this difficult time,” he wrote, as reported by Hindustan Times.

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