When Apple's new CEO Tim Cook took the stage to unveil the iPhone 4s, the Apple faithful were more than a little surprised that Steve Jobs was not there to make the announcement. A little more than 24 hours later we fully understood the implications of Jobs absence. Yesterday evening, Apple inc. announced via their website that Steve Jobs, former CEO of Apple, PIXAR, and Disney's single largest stockholder lost his seven year battle with pancreatic cancer. While Job's accomplishments at Apple changed the way we interact with the world, his accomplishments in the world entertainment as one of the founders of PIXAR, changed the way we see the world. Jobs influence was wider and more profound than most of us could have guessed. We now share with you what many famous icons in technology and entertainment are saying about the passing of an American Luminary.
“Steve was such an ‘original,’ with a thoroughly creative, imaginative mind that defined an era. Despite all he accomplished, it feels like he was just getting started. With his passing the world has lost a rare original, Disney has lost a member of our family, and I have lost a great friend,” the statement continued. “Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Laurene and his children during this difficult time.”
-Bob Iger, CEO Walt Disney Company
"The magic of Steve was that while others simply accepted the status quo, he saw the true potential in everything he touched and never compromised on that vision. He leaves behind an incredible family and a legacy that will continue to speak to people for years to come."
-George Lucas, Creator STAR WARS
"He was willing to 'think different' and his genius will be missed. Rest in peace, Steve Jobs."
-The Henson Company
"Steve Jobs was an extraordinary visionary, our very dear friend and the guiding light of the Pixar family. He saw the potential of what Pixar could be before the rest of us, and beyond what anyone ever imagined. Steve took a chance on us and believed in our crazy dream of making computer animated films; the one thing he always said was to simply 'make it great.' He is why Pixar turned out the way we did and his strength, integrity and love of life has made us all better people. He will forever be a part of Pixar’s DNA. Our hearts go out to his wife Laurene and their children during this incredibly difficult time."
-John Lasseter & Ed Catmull, Co-Founders PIXAR
"Steve, thank you for being a mentor and a friend. Thanks for showing that what you build can change the world. I will miss you."
-Mark Zuckerberg, Founder/CEO of Facebook
"For those of us lucky enough to get to work with him, it's been an insanely great honor. I will miss Steve immensely. The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come. Steve and I first met nearly 30 years ago, and have been colleagues, competitors and friends over the course of more than half our lives. I'm truly saddened to learn of (his) death. Melinda and I extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends, and to everyone Steve has touched through his work."
-Bill Gates, Co-creator & former CEO Microsoft
“From the earliest days of Google, whenever Larry and I sought inspiration for vision and leadership, we needed to look no farther than Cupertino. Steve, your passion for excellence is felt by anyone who has ever touched an Apple product (including the macbook I am writing this on right now). And I have witnessed it in person the few times we have met. On behalf of all of us at Google and more broadly in technology, you will be missed very much. My condolences to family, friends, and colleagues at Apple.”
-Sergey Brin, Co-founder Google
“By building one of the planet’s most successful companies from his garage, he exemplified the spirit of American ingenuity. By making computers personal and putting the internet in our pockets, he made the information revolution not only accessible, but intuitive and fun. And by turning his talents to storytelling, he has brought joy to millions of children and grownups alike. Steve was fond of saying that he lived every day like it was his last. Because he did, he transformed our lives, redefined entire industries, and achieved one of the rarest feats in human history: he changed the way each of us sees the world."
-Barack Obama, President Of The United States
We here at DisFanReview extend our condolences and prayers to friends and family of Steve Jobs. He was an American Original, the likes of which the world hasn't seen since Walt Disney himself.
-Admiral Duke
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