Just breaking. As I recall, he had pancreatic cancer; he resigned as CEO of Apple in late August.
Front page of Apple.com (http://www.apple.com/) contains nothing but a large photo ("Steve Jobs, 1955-2011").
Short press release/statement from Apple:
CUPERTINO, Calif., Oct 05, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today.
Steve's brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve.
His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts.
Apple
Katie Cotton, 408-974-7269
katiec@apple.com
Steve Dowling, 408-974-1896
dowling@apple.com
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