Capcom COO Passes Away
Mark Beaumont, COO Capcom, died of a heart attack on Feb 23rd.
MCV reports that Capcom’s COO of Europe & US, Mark Beaumont, has tragically passed away. A popular industry figure and only in his late 50s, Beaumont suffered a major heart attack in the early hours of February 23rd.
Mark Beaumont was executive vice president for publishing at Midway before joining Capcom in 2005. There he served as both senior vice president and executive vice president before he was promoted to the position of COO in April 2008.
When contacted by Kotaku, Capcom gave out the following statement:
Our COO and dear friend, Mark Beaumont, passed away this morning. This sudden loss has left us with deep sadness. Our hearts go out to his family and loved ones. We will remember him for his humor, passion and commitment to Capcom and our industry. He was a great leader and visionary and his spirit will carry on in everything that we do. Please join us in memory of Mark.
Our prayers are with his family. Rest in peace.
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