Physicist
Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein was born on March 14, 1879 in Ulm, Germany. He published four groundbreaking papers the year he turned 26, and won the Nobel Prize in Physics the year he turned 43.
Albert Einstein was born in 1879 and lived to age 76. Anyone born before 1879 is older than Albert. Anyone over 76 is older than Albert ever was.
Albert Einstein was born on March 14, 1879 in Ulm, Germany and died on April 18, 1955 at the age of 76. Albert would be 147 years old today.
Albert Einstein would be 147 years old in 2026 and would have turned 147 on March 14, 2026. Albert Einstein's age in every year ↓
Born
March 14, 1879
Died
April 18, 1955
World pop. at birth
~1.6B
Albert's age at death
76
Your age
20
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Albert's Life Timeline
Albert Einstein was born on March 14, 1879, in Ulm, Germany. He is widely regarded as the most influential physicist of the 20th century and one of the greatest scientific minds in history. His theory of relativity fundamentally changed our understanding of space, time, gravity, and the universe.
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Einstein's 1905 'miracle year' produced four groundbreaking papers — on the photoelectric effect, Brownian motion, special relativity, and mass-energy equivalence (E=mc²) — any one of which would have secured his legacy. He received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1921 for his explanation of the photoelectric effect. His work laid the foundation for modern physics and has had a lasting impact on various scientific fields.
After fleeing Nazi Germany in 1933, Einstein settled in the United States and joined the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey, where he continued his work until his death in 1955 at age 76. His contributions to science and humanity have left an indelible mark, and he is remembered not only for his theories but also for his advocacy for peace and civil rights.
Published four groundbreaking papers
Albert Einstein was 26 years old when he published four groundbreaking papers in 1905, known as his 'miracle year.' These papers addressed the photoelectric effect, Brownian motion, special relativity, and mass-energy equivalence, fundamentally altering the landscape of physics.
Albert Einstein turned 26 in 1905, the year he published four groundbreaking papers. Are you older than Albert was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Nobel Prize in Physics
Albert Einstein was 43 years old when he received the Nobel Prize in Physics (awarded for 1921) in December 1922. He won for his explanation of the photoelectric effect, which was pivotal in establishing quantum theory.
Albert Einstein turned 43 in 1922, the year he won the Nobel Prize in Physics. Are you older than Albert was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Fled Nazi Germany
Albert Einstein was 54 years old when he fled Nazi Germany in 1933 due to the rise of the Nazi regime and its anti-Semitic policies. This significant personal milestone marked the beginning of his life in the United States.
Albert Einstein turned 54 in 1933, the year he fled Nazi Germany. Are you older than Albert was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Joined the Institute for Advanced Study
Albert Einstein was 54 years old when he joined the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey, in 1933. This institution became his base for research and collaboration with other leading scientists until his death.
Albert Einstein turned 54 in 1933, the year he joined the Institute for Advanced Study. Are you older than Albert was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Albert Einstein was 76 years old when he passed away on April 18, 1955. His death marked the end of an era in physics, but his theories and contributions continue to influence science and society.
Albert Einstein turned 76 in 1955, the year he passed away. Are you older than Albert was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Left a lasting legacy
Albert Einstein was 76 years old when he left a lasting legacy upon his death in 1955. His work not only transformed physics but also inspired generations of scientists and thinkers, solidifying his place in history.
Albert Einstein turned 76 in 1955, the year he left a lasting legacy. Are you older than Albert was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Albert Einstein in each year?
- 2026
- Albert Einstein would be 147 years old in 2026 and would have turned 147 on March 14, 2026.
- 1905
- Albert Einstein was 25 at the start of 1905 and turned 26 on March 14, 1905. That year, he published four groundbreaking papers.
- 1922
- Albert Einstein was 42 at the start of 1922 and turned 43 on March 14, 1922. That year, he won the Nobel Prize in Physics.
- 1933
- Albert Einstein was 53 at the start of 1933 and turned 54 on March 14, 1933. That year, he joined the Institute for Advanced Study.
- 1955
- Albert Einstein was 76 years old when he died on April 18, 1955. That year, he left a lasting legacy.
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