Claude Guillemot, a co-founder of the French video game company Ubisoft, passed away on Friday at the age of 69.
Reports from French media (via Bloomberg) indicate that Guillemot died in a plane crash in the resort town of La Baule, France. He was one of two individuals on board, both of whom perished.
In 1986, Guillemot, along with his four brothers, founded Ubisoft. The company is known for publishing popular video game franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Prince of Persia, and Tom Clancy. The Guillemot family maintains control of Ubisoft, and his brother Yves continues to serve as CEO.
Claude Guillemot also held the position of chairman at Guillemot Corp., a company that produces gaming and audio accessories.
In a statement, Ubisoft expressed its sorrow over Claude Guillemot’s death, saying, “Ubisoft was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Claude Guillemot, co-founder of the group and chairman of Guillemot Corp., in an accident. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. No further statements will be made at this time.”
