Business & Tech · 21st Century
Steve Jobs’s Last Words
“Oh wow. Oh wow. Oh wow.”— Steve Jobs, October 5, 2011
Who Was Steve Jobs?
Steve Jobs co-founded Apple Inc. and revolutionized personal computing, music, and mobile communications. His perfectionism and vision produced iconic products including the Mac, iPod, iPhone, and iPad.
The Final Moments
Jobs died at his home in Palo Alto surrounded by his family. His sister Mona Simpson reported his final words in a moving eulogy published in the New York Times.
Are These Words Verified?
Simpson was Jobs's biological sister and present at his death, publishing her firsthand account in a widely-read eulogy. Multiple family members corroborate the account.
Sources
- firsthand Mona Simpson eulogy in New York Times
- biography Walter Isaacson's Steve Jobs biography
- firsthand Family statements
Legacy
Jobs transformed multiple industries and is widely regarded as one of the most influential entrepreneurs and inventors of all time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Steve Jobs’s last words?
“Oh wow. Oh wow. Oh wow.”
How did Steve Jobs die?
Steve Jobs died on October 5, 2011 at the age of 56. Cause of death: Pancreatic cancer.
Were Steve Jobs’s last words documented?
Simpson was Jobs's biological sister and present at his death, publishing her firsthand account in a widely-read eulogy. Multiple family members corroborate the account.
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