For more than three decades, Jensen Huang was the face of Nvidia. He built the company into one of the world’s most influential technology giants and became one of the biggest names in the global AI revolution. But his remarkable journey at the top has come to an abrupt end. Following reports about alleged extramarital relationships and growing pressure from the company’s board, Huang resigned as Nvidia’s CEO. Reports describing his final hours paint a picture of a leader very different from the confident executive the world had known.
Jensen Huang’s Reported Final Hours At Nvidia
Huang was known for his intense work ethic, attention to detail and commanding personality. However, people familiar with his recent conversations described a noticeable change in his attitude as the controversy intensified.
According to reports, he had started using phrases such as “whatever” and “I don’t care” while dealing with the situation. People who spoke with him also said he had been harshly critical of himself, reportedly describing himself as a “piece of sh–.”
The developments marked a dramatic change for the 63-year-old billionaire, who had been one of the most recognisable faces of the AI industry just weeks earlier.
Allegations Put Nvidia Leadership Under Pressure
The controversy escalated after reports emerged about Huang’s alleged relationship with Alice Huang, a Chinese businesswoman suspected by US intelligence agencies of having links to Chinese espionage. A separate report also alleged an affair involving Kimberly Powell, Nvidia’s vice president of healthcare.
On November 8, Huang acknowledged an affair in a statement, although he did not identify the person involved. He apologised to his family and promised to cooperate with the company’s investigation. Nvidia’s board subsequently announced an independent investigation, with outside legal experts assisting the directors.
The situation became more complicated after Reuters reported on November 12, citing two people familiar with the matter, that Huang had also had an intimate relationship with another employee. Reuters did not identify the woman. Nvidia declined to comment on the report.
Board Meeting Ends Jensen Huang’s 33-Year Leadership
The turning point came during a board meeting on Wednesday night, November 11. According to reports, directors discussed the growing controversy and Huang’s position at the company. The following day, Nvidia announced that Huang had resigned as president, CEO and a member of its board, with immediate effect. His departure ended 33 years at the helm of the company he co-founded. The board also appointed Harvey C. Jones as its first-ever chairman.
Colette Kress Takes Over As Interim CEO
Nvidia’s chief financial officer, Colette Kress, has been appointed interim CEO while the board searches for a permanent replacement. Kress joined Nvidia in September 2013 and has played a key role in managing its finances during a period of extraordinary growth. She will continue serving as CFO alongside her interim leadership responsibilities. The company has said it will consider both internal and external candidates for the permanent position.
What Jensen Huang’s Exit Means For The AI Industry
Huang’s departure is significant because Nvidia sits at the centre of the global AI infrastructure boom. Its GPUs power many of the world’s leading AI models, data centres and cloud computing platforms.
Under Huang’s leadership, Nvidia grew from a graphics chipmaker into a company whose technology has become essential to the AI industry. His exit therefore raises questions about the company’s future leadership and the direction of its business. Nvidia now faces the challenge of managing a major leadership transition while continuing to meet enormous demand for AI computing.
The End Of An Era At Nvidia
Jensen Huang’s exit marks one of the most unexpected developments in the technology industry this year. His 33-year journey transformed Nvidia into an AI powerhouse, but the recent controversy brought his leadership to an abrupt end. The company has appointed an interim CEO and begun looking for a permanent successor. The bigger question now is how Nvidia will navigate the next chapter without the man who built it into a global technology giant.
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