BREAKING: Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki Passes Away at 56 After Battle with Cancer

In a tragic turn of events, former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki has passed away at the age of 56 following a two-year battle with non-small cell lung cancer. Wojcicki, who was a pivotal figure in the tech industry, had stepped down from her role as CEO in February 2023 to focus on her health and family. Her death has sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley, where she was known as a trailblazer, having been with Google since its inception.

Her passing comes just months after the devastating loss of her 19-year-old son, Marco Troper, who was found dead in his dorm room at the University of California, Berkeley, in February 2024. Marco’s death was later ruled an accidental overdose, adding to the family’s grief during an already difficult period.

Wojcicki’s husband, Dennis Troper, shared the heartbreaking news of her death in a social media post, expressing profound sorrow and asking for privacy as their family navigates this challenging time. The tech community, including Google CEO Sundar Pichai, has paid tribute to her, highlighting her integral role in the development of Google and YouTube, and her impact on countless individuals throughout her career.

This loss marks the end of an era for a woman who not only shaped one of the most influential platforms on the internet but also left a lasting legacy in the tech world.