RIP Paul G. Allen: Microsoft Co-Founder Dies at 65

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Paul G. Allen, co-founder of Microsoft, passed away at the age of 65 due to complications from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, as confirmed by his company, Vulcan Inc. His death occurred in Seattle on a Monday afternoon. Allen had a notable history of battling cancer, having previously been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 1982, which he successfully overcame. Throughout his life, he was recognized for his extensive philanthropic efforts and contributions to science and technology.

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Microsoft Co-Founder Paul Allen died from complications of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma on Monday afternoon.
Allen's Vulcan Inc. announced that he died in Seattle at 65 years old.
https://www.cnbc.com/2018/10/15/microsoft-co-founder-paul-allen-dies-of-cancer-at-age-65.html

http://www.vulcan.com/News/Articles/2018/Statement-on-Paul-G-Allen

According to the timeline on the Vulcan page:
1982: In September, Paul is diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Nearly eight months later, doctors said he had beaten the disease.
 
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