Stephen Hawking, a world-renowned physicist, was diagnosed with ALS at age 21 and given just two years to live. Defying all odds, he lived to 76, becoming one of the most famous scientists in history. Known for his work on black holes and the universe’s origins, Hawking wrote influential books like *The Theory of Everything* and *A Brief History of Time*. Though deeply rooted in science, he held a personal view that there was no God or afterlife, believing that the universe’s mysteries could be explained by the laws of nature. His life and work remain a testament to human perseverance and curiosity.
