Paul Allen, one of the co-founders of Microsoft and the current owner of the Seattle Seahawks and Portland Trail Blazers, died on Monday at the age of 65 due to complications from non-Hodgkins lymphoma. His family announced his death to the public with a statement.
https://twitter.com/conradjwilson/status/1051957622595670016
— Paul Allen (@PaulGAllen) October 15, 2018
“My brother was a remarkable individual at every level. While most knew Paul Allen as a technologist and philanthropist, for us he was a much-loved brother and uncle, and an exceptional friend. Paul’s family and friends were blessed to experience his wit, warmth, his generosity and deep concern,” his sister Jody Allen said in the statement. “For all the demands on his schedule, there was always time for family and friends. At this time of loss and grief for us – and so many others – we are profoundly grateful for the care and concern he demonstrated every day.”
Allen had announced in early October that his cancer had returned after it had gone into remission in 2009. Allen co-founded Microsoft in 1975 with Bill Gates and served on the company’s board of directors until 2000. Allen purchased the Portland Trail Blazers in 1988 and the Seattle Seahawks in 1996, with the Seahawks winning one Super Bowl during his tenure as owner. He had many investments outside of the sports world, as well as his philanthropic work, most notably with the Allen Institute for Brain Science.
Many from the Blazers, Seahawks, and elsewhere around the NBA and NFL offered their thoughts on Allen and sent their condolences to his family after learning of the news, including former Microsoft CEO and current Clippers owner Steve Ballmer.
https://twitter.com/trailblazers/status/1051962568292458496
Paul was a truly wonderful, bright and inspiring person—- and a great friend. I will miss him https://t.co/HYhtgZGo8C
— Steve Ballmer (@Steven_Ballmer) October 15, 2018
https://twitter.com/highkin/status/1051970142396022785
Big dog rest easy as you go home @PaulGAllen prayers for your family🙏🏾
— Marshawn Lynch (@MoneyLynch) October 15, 2018
Deeply saddened by the passing of @PaulGAllen. I’ll miss him greatly. His gracious leadership and tremendous inspiration will never be forgotten.
The world is a better place because of Paul’s passion, commitment, and selflessness. His legacy will live on forever.
— Pete Carroll (@PeteCarroll) October 15, 2018
https://twitter.com/Bwagz/status/1051967370774773760
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 https://t.co/cTd6r7kpsH
— Jake Layman (@JLayman10) October 15, 2018
Rest In Peace Paul Allen. Thank you for everything! You will be missed. My prayers go to the entire Allen family.
— Tyler Lockett (@TDLockett12) October 15, 2018
https://twitter.com/bosnianbeast27/status/1051969774886871040
Saddened and stunned by the passing of Paul Allen. A giant who was as humble and generous as they come, and so respected as a fellow NFL owner. Rest in peace, Paul.
— Jim Irsay (@JimIrsay) October 15, 2018
The Bulls are saddened to hear of the passing of Paul Allen. Our thoughts are with Allen’s family and the Blazers organization. https://t.co/VAFW2iWGnq
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) October 15, 2018
Our thoughts are with the family & friends of @trailblazers owner, Paul Allen, and the entire Blazers organization.
— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) October 15, 2018
Sending our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Paul Allen. Our thoughts are with you and the @trailblazers organization. https://t.co/pAv73e368q
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) October 15, 2018
Thoughts and prayers to Mr. Allen’s Family.. was a pleasure working for you for 3 years in Portland 🙏🏼 thanks for everything https://t.co/lo9YQlOp0G
— Pat Connaughton (@pconnaughton) October 15, 2018
Fuck cancer
— Ricky Rubio (@rickyrubio9) October 15, 2018
