Hawking was born on the 300th anniversary of astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei’s death (January 8, 1642). Guest-starred, as himself, on “The Big Bang Theory,” “Star Trek: The Next Generation” ...
Stephen Hawking was the most recognisable scientist of modern times. His life fascinated people for decades, culminating in an Oscar-winning portrayal of him in the film 'The Theory of Everything'.