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Susan Wojcicki, former YouTube CEO and early Google executive, dies at 56
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She played a crucial role in shaping Google and YouTube, leading YouTube for nearly a decade
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Wojcicki was a pioneer for women in tech and a champion for education and parental leave
Susan Wojcicki, a trailblazing executive who led YouTube for nearly a decade, has passed away at the age of 56. She was a key figure in Google’s early history, joining the company in 1998 as its 16th employee.
Wojcicki’s impact on Google and YouTube was immense. She helped shape the company’s advertising business and transformed YouTube into a global platform. Her legacy extends beyond her professional achievements, as she was a devoted philanthropist and advocate for women in tech.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai paid tribute to Wojcicki, highlighting her kindness, leadership, and profound influence on the company. He encouraged employees to honor her memory by building a Google she would be proud of. Wojcicki’s passing is a loss for the tech industry and the millions of people she inspired throughout her career.
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
