The 76-year-old passed away “peacefully” at his home in Cambridge early Wednesday morning, according to his family, after battling motor neurone disease for many decades.
Most Rev John Sentamu tweeted: “Stephen Hawking a giant of science & humanity whose hope & trust enabled him to keep the greatest equaliser – death – at a long distance.
“Very honoured he came to my graduation at Cambridge. Sojourner Truth go well and may the Angels of God welcome you! Love and Prayers to your daughters.”
The renowned British scientist was given just years to live after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease in his twenties.
The Archbishop of Canterbury and Prime Minister also paid tribute to the professor.
Professor Stephen Hawking’s contribution to science was as limitless as the universe he devoted his life to understanding. His was a life lived with bravery and passion. As we pray for all those who mourn him, may he rest in peace.
— Archbishop of Canterbury (@JustinWelby) March 14, 2018
Theresa May said he was “one of the greatest scientists of his generation” and “his legacy will not be forgotten”, while Most Revd Justin Welby highlighted Prof Hawking’s contribution to science.
He tweeted: “Professor Stephen Hawking’s contribution to science was as limitless as the universe he devoted his life to understanding.
“His was a life lived with bravery and passion.
“As we pray…
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