World pays tribute to Stephen Hawking after his death at 76 | ITV News

World-renowned physicist Professor Stephen Hawking's death at the age of 76 ends one of the most remarkable lives in science.

At 22 he was given only a few years to live following his diagnosis with a rare form of motor neurone disease that left him wheelchair bound and speaking through a voice synthesiser.

But he went on to achieve groundbreaking work with black holes and relativity then educate millions to great acclaim and many awards.

[ryneagheilim]

RIP Stephen Hawking, I can't believe he died on Einstein's birthday which is today.

[interitus]

A man with a great sense of humour, nothing short of the smartest man on earth. Someone who, despite their illness, still managed to be not only the greatest scientific mind of this century, but also someone who everyone looked up to.
Saying i respected this man would be an understatement, and so heres to you Stephen Hawking, wether it was your theories or sense of humour, you always managed to light up my day.

[Tankatronik]

World has lost one of it greatest and brightest minds, his work and his legacy will live on. RIP Stephen!!!

[ETERNAL_GREY]

I can't believe this happened this guy was one of my idols

[waynecobalt]

Theory of a Hero who challenged everything RIP Sir Stephen Hawking

[kjs-]

I will miss him... He meant a lot to me.

[Mrcheekymonkeyisback]

Broke my heart honestly. I love the guy, RIP mate. You made humanity proud!

[jay_hawk]

The way I see this man break a smile brings a smile to my face every time...

[jennyxo]

Said to die in 2 years, died in 55 years. Showed science isn't always correct.

[rpmguy]

I doubt there will ever be a another person like Hawking. He accomplished so much and shaped our understanding of the universe like no other. Rest in peace Stephen.

[davidobrien]

Unbelievable example of the human spirit, a genius, an enigma and one of the finest minds of my life time. RIP

[Grimread]

An incalculable loss.

"Always remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet".

[michelledehaven]

One of the greatest teachers there will ever be... May you RIP... Your legacy will live on.

[HaydnGuite]

He was a brilliant physicist and a 20th century icon. His knowledge and respect of physics was extraordinary God bless you Mr Hawking ❤ 😊

[hmfc]

R.I.P Stephen Hawking, The world has lost one of its brightest minds you will be missed. :'(

[A-tq]

look at the guy he is so unlucky but yet he still smiles and makes jokes

[atheismbeyond]

There really is a black hole now.. In science & humanity..
You will be missed Mr Hawking.. Which should have been Sir Stephen Hawking, in my opinion..

[pauljohnleadbeater]

One of the greatest britains ever, top scientist and whatever he has said has come true.

[angelajohn]

*RIP PROFESSOR STEPHEN HAWKING*
my idol I can't believe I loved in his era

[oasislife]

The man that got me into science and give up on religion ❤️❤️