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Stephen Hawking Passes Away at 76: A Tribute to a Brilliant Mind
Stephen Hawking, the renowned theoretical physicist and one of the most celebrated scientific minds of our time, has died at the age of 76.
A Family’s Farewell
Hawking’s children, Lucy, Robert, and Tim, released a heartfelt statement following his passing:
“We are deeply saddened that our beloved father passed away today. He was a great scientist and an extraordinary man whose work and legacy will live on for many years. His courage and persistence with his brilliance and humour inspired people across the world.”
They also shared one of Hawking’s profound reflections:
“It would not be much of a universe if it wasn’t home to the people you love.”
The family expressed their enduring love and admiration, saying they would miss him forever.
A Legacy of Genius and Resilience
Stephen Hawking was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) at the age of 21 and given only a few years to live. Despite his physical limitations, he defied the odds and revolutionized our understanding of the universe.
His groundbreaking work on black holes, cosmology, and quantum mechanics earned him international…