According to multiple news outlets, world renowned theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking has passed away at age 76
BREAKING: Family spokesman says physicist Stephen Hawking has died at the age of 76.
— The Associated Press (@AP) March 14, 2018
Physicist Stephen Hawking has died at the age of 76, a spokesman for his family has said https://t.co/ZfW9MSXCbL
— BBC Breaking News (@BBCBreaking) March 14, 2018
#UPDATE "We are deeply saddened that our beloved father passed away today," the children of the British physicist Stephen Hawking say in a statement announcing his death.
"He was a great scientist and an extraordinary man whose work and legacy will live on for many years." pic.twitter.com/6e5iPSAOy2
— AFP news agency (@AFP) March 14, 2018
Gut punch. RIP Stephen Hawking