David J. Farber, a prominent figure in the field of computer science and a mentor to many, passed away suddenly at his home in Roppongi, Tokyo, on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the age of 91, according to a message forwarded on Hacker News. The news of his death was shared by Cherry Hei Yui Wong, who described Farber as a colleague, friend, and conscience.
The news of Farber's passing was reported alongside other significant events, including the Directors Guild Awards, which were hosted by Kumail Nanjiani. Nanjiani opened the awards ceremony with jokes about various topics, including the Epstein files and long movies, as reported by Variety. The awards also saw DGA President Christopher Nolan address concerns about the sharp drop in Hollywood employment, urging studios to "repay the investment" that fans put into movies and TV, according to Variety.
Other news sources highlighted additional events. Actor Dave Coulier announced he was in complete remission after battling two cancer diagnoses, emphasizing the importance of early detection, as reported by Fox News. Metta World Peace discussed a career lesson from Kobe Bryant about relentless work ethic, now applying this mindset to his entrepreneurial endeavors, including a new sports-tech fund, according to Variety. Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg paid tribute to their late co-star Catherine O'Hara, whose work on the award-winning Apple TV series "The Studio" was celebrated, as reported by Variety.
Farber's son, Manny, spoke with him almost daily by video throughout his time in Japan and shared special times, according to the Hacker News post. The news of Farber's passing was met with sadness within the NANOG community, where he was a respected figure.
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