Claude Guillemot, co-founder of French video game company Ubisoft, died Friday at the age of 69.
According to French media (via Bloomberg), Guillermo died in a plane crash in the French resort town of La Baule. He was one of two people on the plane, both of whom died.
Guillemot founded Ubisoft with his four brothers in 1986. Since then, the company has released Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Prince of Persia, the Tom Clancy video game franchise, and many other titles. The family retains control of Ubisoft, with Guillemot’s brother Yves still serving as CEO.
Guillemot was also the chairman of Guillemot Corp., which makes gaming and audio accessories.
Ubisoft said in a statement, “We are deeply saddened to hear that Claude Guillemot, group co-founder and Chairman of Guillemot Corp., died in an accident.” “Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time. We will be making no further comment at this time.”
