Stephen Hawking Was Told He’d Die Young, Then Explored the Universe

Diagnosed with a fatal motor neuron disease at 21, Stephen Hawking defied doctors' predictions of a two-year lifespan. He went on to earn a doctorate, revolutionize our understanding of black holes with Hawking radiation, and hold the prestigious Lucasian Professorship. Despite losing his voice, his relentless curiosity and courage pushed the boundaries of physics and inspired millions.