This screen shot taken from apple.com shows a tribute to Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, who died Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011. "We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today," the company said in a brief statement. "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." (AP Photo/Apple.com)
Former Apple CEO Steve Jobs has died at age 56. Apple Inc. says the brains behind iPod, iPhone, etc passed away yesterday after battling cancer and other health issues. Apple.com has paid tribute to Jobs with a black and white portrait, marked with “Steve Jobs 1955-2011.” “Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being,” the website states. “Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and an inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple.” Read more here. Many country singers have weighed in on the passing of Jobs on Twitter. LeAnn Rimes@leannrimes says "RIP Steve Jobs…..what an innovator. This world will miss him." Taylor Swift@taylorswift13 says "I never met Steve Jobs, but I always wanted to. What a tragic loss. I can't believe it. About to call my family and tell them I love them." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xY4VkkRhsgI
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