Former CEO of Apple and innovation legend, Steve Jobs, passed away tonight at the age of 56.

Jobs resigned from his position of CEO in late August due to his long-term battle with cancer. Early in 2009, Jobs underwent a liver transplant for his health problems. It wasn’t until January 2011 that he noticeably started to show weakness in his health, which led Jobs to appoint Apple’s newest CEO, Tim Cook.

In disclosing the event of his death, Apple made a statement about their previous leader.

“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,” the Company said.

Over his 11-year tenure at Apple, Jobs has introduced countless products that have revolutionized the 21st century, some of which include the personal computer, iPod, iPhone, and most recently the iPad.

Jobs had a knack for creating for adults what some may consider similar only to what Walt Disney was able to create for children. Magic. He was able to introduce the new and bring to life the unthinkable.

The cause of Jobs’ death has not been disclosed.