Physicist
Stephen Hawking
Stephen Hawking was born on January 8, 1942 in Oxford, United Kingdom. He published The Large Scale Structure of Space-Time at age 31 and published A Brief History of Time at 46.
Stephen Hawking was born in 1942 and lived to age 76. Anyone born before 1942 is older than Stephen. Anyone over 76 is older than Stephen ever was.
Born
January 8, 1942
Oxford, United Kingdom
World pop: ~2.3B
Died
March 14, 2018
World pop: ~7.6B
Stephen's age at death
76
Your age
20
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Stephen's Life Timeline
Stephen Hawking was born on January 8, 1942, in Oxford, England, during World War II. He was raised in a family of intellectuals, which fostered his early interest in science and mathematics. Despite being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) at the age of 21, he pursued his education at University College, Oxford, and later earned his PhD from the University of Cambridge.
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Hawking was 29 years old when he published his first major work, 'The Large Scale Structure of Space-Time', in 1973, which established him as a leading theoretical physicist. He gained worldwide fame with the publication of 'A Brief History of Time' in 1988 at the age of 46, which became a bestseller and brought complex scientific concepts to the general public. Throughout his career, he made significant contributions to cosmology, particularly in the areas of black holes and the nature of the universe.
Stephen Hawking passed away on March 14, 2018, at the age of 76. His legacy endures through his groundbreaking research and popular science books, which continue to inspire future generations. He is remembered not only for his scientific achievements but also for his resilience in the face of a debilitating illness, demonstrating that the human spirit can triumph over adversity.
Published The Large Scale Structure of Space-Time
Stephen Hawking was 31 years old when he published 'The Large Scale Structure of Space-Time'. This work, co-authored with George Ellis, provided a comprehensive framework for understanding the geometry of the universe, solidifying Hawking's reputation in theoretical physics.
Stephen Hawking was 31 years old when he published The Large Scale Structure of Space-Time in 1973. Are you older than Stephen was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became a Fellow of the Royal Society
Stephen Hawking was 32 years old when he became a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS). This prestigious honor recognized his significant contributions to the field of physics and cosmology, marking him as one of the leading scientists of his time.
Stephen Hawking was 32 years old when he became a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1974. Are you older than Stephen was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published A Brief History of Time
Stephen Hawking was 46 years old when he published 'A Brief History of Time'. This groundbreaking book brought complex scientific concepts to a wide audience and became an international bestseller, significantly raising public interest in cosmology.
Stephen Hawking was 46 years old when he published A Brief History of Time in 1988. Are you older than Stephen was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published The Universe in a Nutshell
Stephen Hawking was 50 years old when he published 'The Universe in a Nutshell'. This book further explored the concepts introduced in 'A Brief History of Time', making advanced theories in physics accessible to the general public.
Stephen Hawking was 50 years old when he published The Universe in a Nutshell in 1992. Are you older than Stephen was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published The Nature of Space and Time
Stephen Hawking was 55 years old when he published 'The Nature of Space and Time', co-authored with Roger Penrose. This work delved into the fundamental questions of the universe, showcasing Hawking's ongoing contributions to theoretical physics.
Stephen Hawking was 55 years old when he published The Nature of Space and Time in 1997. Are you older than Stephen was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Stephen Hawking was 76 years old when he passed away on March 14, 2018. His death marked the end of a remarkable life dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of the universe, leaving behind a profound legacy in science and popular culture.
Stephen Hawking was 76 years old when he passed away in 2018. Are you older than Stephen was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1942 | 0 | |
| 1943 | 1 | |
| 1944 | 2 | |
| 1945 | 3 | |
| 1946 | 4 | |
| 1947 | 5 | |
| 1948 | 6 | |
| 1949 | 7 | |
| 1950 | 8 | |
| 1951 | 9 | |
| 1952 | 10 | |
| 1953 | 11 | |
| 1954 | 12 | |
| 1955 | 13 | |
| 1956 | 14 | |
| 1957 | 15 | |
| 1958 | 16 | |
| 1959 | 17 | |
| 1960 | 18 | |
| 1961 | 19 | |
| 1962 | 20 | |
| 1963 | 21 | |
| 1964 | 22 | |
| 1965 | 23 | |
| 1966 | 24 | |
| 1967 | 25 | |
| 1968 | 26 | |
| 1969 | 27 | |
| 1970 | 28 | |
| 1971 | 29 | |
| 1972 | 30 | |
| 1973 | 31 | published The Large Scale Structure of Space-Time |
| 1974 | 32 | became a Fellow of the Royal Society |
| 1975 | 33 | |
| 1976 | 34 | |
| 1977 | 35 | |
| 1978 | 36 | |
| 1979 | 37 | |
| 1980 | 38 | |
| 1981 | 39 | |
| 1982 | 40 | |
| 1983 | 41 | |
| 1984 | 42 | |
| 1985 | 43 | |
| 1986 | 44 | |
| 1987 | 45 | |
| 1988 | 46 | published A Brief History of Time |
| 1989 | 47 | |
| 1990 | 48 | |
| 1991 | 49 | |
| 1992 | 50 | published The Universe in a Nutshell |
| 1993 | 51 | |
| 1994 | 52 | |
| 1995 | 53 | |
| 1996 | 54 | |
| 1997 | 55 | published The Nature of Space and Time |
| 1998 | 56 | |
| 1999 | 57 | |
| 2000 | 58 | |
| 2001 | 59 | |
| 2002 | 60 | |
| 2003 | 61 | |
| 2004 | 62 | |
| 2005 | 63 | |
| 2006 | 64 | |
| 2007 | 65 | |
| 2008 | 66 | |
| 2009 | 67 | |
| 2010 | 68 | |
| 2011 | 69 | |
| 2012 | 70 | |
| 2013 | 71 | |
| 2014 | 72 | |
| 2015 | 73 | |
| 2016 | 74 | |
| 2017 | 75 | |
| 2018 | 76 | passed away |
