Fitzgerald F. Smoot
American astrophysicist and cosmologist (1945–2025)
1945 — 2025
Quick Facts
Profession
American astrophysicist and cosmologist (1945–2025)
Born
February 20, 1945
Died
2025 (age ~80)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
astronomer, physicist, astrophysicist
United StatesBorn in YukonDied in 7th arrondissement of Paris
1945
Born in Yukon (1945-02-20)
1992
AwardNASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal
1994
AwardErnest Orlando Lawrence Award
2003
AwardAlbert Einstein Medal
2006
AwardNobel Prize in Physics
2007
Awardhonorary doctorate of the University of the Mediterranean - Aix Marseille II
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Fitzgerald F. Smoot?+
Fitzgerald F. Smoot is American astrophysicist and cosmologist (1945–2025). Born in 1945.
When was Fitzgerald F. Smoot born?+
Fitzgerald F. Smoot was born on February 20, 1945.
When did Fitzgerald F. Smoot die?+
Fitzgerald F. Smoot died in 2025, at approximately 80 years of age.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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