# Ubisoft Founder Claude Guillemot Dies in Plane Crash

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Podcast: [Lubbock News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lubbock-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7571537)
Published: 2026-06-20T18:05:00+00:00
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Tragic news broke as Claude Guillemot, co-founder of Ubisoft and mastermind behind Assassin’s Creed and Just Dance, died in a plane crash near La Baule, France. Both he and his flight instructor—licensed pilots—perished just moments before landing. Ubisoft confirmed the loss with a quiet statement, underscoring the profound impact of his legacy. The investigation into the crash continues, while fans mourn the loss of a visionary who helped build one of gaming’s most iconic empires alongside his four brothers. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/13c03d661b31d180

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