Claude Guillemot, One Of Ubisoft’s Co-Founders, has Died In A Plane Crash

“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,” Ubisoft said in a statement. “Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. No further statements will be made at this time.”

Along with his brothers, Guillemot grew Ubisoft into a major video game publisher headquartered in France that has successful franchises, like Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry, under its belt. Guillemot was also the chairman and CEO of Guillemot Corp., which owns DJ equipment maker Hercules and gaming peripheral company Thrustmaster. Guillemot also served on Ubisoft’s board of directors, while his brother, Yves, is still the director, chairman and CEO of Ubisoft.