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George F. Smoot

American astrophysicist and cosmologist (1945–2025)

George F. Smoot was born on February 20, 1945 in Yukon, United States and died on September 18, 2025, aged 80.

Born

February 20, 1945

George F. Smoot died aged 80.

Died: September 18, 2025

Birthplace
Yukon, United States
Professions
physicist, cosmologist, astrophysicist, university teacher, astronomer
Citizenship
United States

More about George F. Smoot

Zodiac sign
Pisces
Birth name
George Fitzgerald Smoot III

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Questions people ask

How old was George F. Smoot when they died?

George F. Smoot died aged 80.

When is George F. Smoot’s birthday?

George F. Smoot’s recorded birthday is February 20.

Where was George F. Smoot born?

George F. Smoot was born in Yukon, United States.

What was George F. Smoot’s name at birth?

George F. Smoot’s recorded birth name is George Fitzgerald Smoot III.

When did George F. Smoot die?

George F. Smoot died on September 18, 2025.