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Randy Pausch, featured in This Way Up a few months ago, died on 25 July 2008, aged 48. 

 

A computer science professor, he achieved accidental fame with his 'last lecture', delivered to colleagues and students after being diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer. A video of this remarkable, optimistic performance - originally shot for his three young children - ended up posted on the internet. It inspired millions to appreciate the briefness and preciousness of life. 

See his lecture here
 

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