Stephen Hawking is the British theoretical physicist who beat the odds his entire life.
He's died at age 76.
A spokesman for his family confirmed his death to The Associated Press.
Hawking was as famous for his insights on black holes.
He also spoke extensively on the existence of God.
At age 21 he was diagnosed with ALS.
He was given two years to live.
He defied their grim prognoses decade after decade.
He is survived by his three children.
