As a long-time gamer and tech enthusiast, I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of J. Michael Cline, the brilliant mind behind Fandango. His impact on the entertainment industry will be felt for generations to come.
J. Michael Cline, the tech pioneer who brought Fandango to life, passed away under tragic circumstances. As reported by Variety, his body was discovered at The Kimberly Hotel in Manhattan on the 20th floor, leading authorities to suspect suicide. Emergency services were alerted to the scene around 10:30 a.m. on a Wednesday morning. Cline, aged 64, left us too soon.
As I stepped out of the taxi, my heart skipped a beat as I took in the sight before me. There, lying on the ground, was a man who appeared to have fallen from a great height. His condition was grim; unconscious and unresponsive, with injuries that spoke volumes of his unfortunate fall. The officers on the scene were doing their best to revive him, but it was clear that this was a serious case. The investigation is still ongoing, they assured us, as I could only watch in disbelief and worry for the man’s fate. Since then, my focus shifted from being a concerned bystander to taking on a new role – that of an executive director at a start-up incubator. There, I helped fund various projects, hoping to bring about positive change and success in the lives of those around me.
In the early 2000s, Cline, who had previously worked in finance, established Fandango. The site rapidly became the leading platform for purchasing movie tickets at cinemas. Approximately seven years later, around 2007, Comcast acquired Fandango, and Cline departed from the company at the same time.
“A Fandango is both swift and enjoyable. The term ‘Fandango’ perfectly complements a movie-going service aimed at making the experience easier and more delightful than ever, as expressed by Cline to Variety in 2000. This distinctive and immediately identifiable name helps us stand out in our industry.”
He’s survived by his wife and six children.
As a concerned fan, I would like to share that if you ever find yourself in a dark place and feeling hopeless, know that there’s help available. Reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or text “home” to Crisis Text Line at 741-741. Alternatively, you can visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org for more resources. If you’re not in the US, please find international hotlines on this link. Remember, it’s okay to ask for help and there are people who care and want to support you.
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2024-07-18 05:40