Science · 1906–1997
George Wald — Age, Birthday & Biography
Born: 18 November 1906 · Died: 12 April 1997 · Age at death: 90
How old was George Wald when he died?
George Wald died aged 90. He was born on 18 November 1906 and died on 12 April 1997.
Nobel Prize-winning scientist who discovered how eyes process light
Did you know?He became a high-profile peace activist in later life, frequently speaking out against the Vietnam War and the proliferation of nuclear weapons.
George Wald (November 18, 1906 – April 12, 1997) was an American scientist and activist who studied pigments in the retina. He won a share of the 1967 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with Haldan Keffer Hartline and Ragnar Granit.
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- Age at death
- 90
- Would be
- 119
- Years since death
- 29
- Born
- November 18, 1906 · New York City, United States
- Died
- April 12, 1997
- Nationality
- American
- Known for
- Science
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- See the front page from the day George Wald was bornA newspaper front page for 18 November 1906, styled like the papers of the time, with headlines and famous birthdays from that day.Birthday newspaper
- Would-be age todayGeorge Wald would be 119 years old today. See how many birthdays they would have celebrated.Age
- Birth anniversaryGeorge Wald's 120th birthday is in 24 days. If it's your birthday too, it's a double celebration!120th
- Death anniversaryThe 30th anniversary of George Wald's death is in 169 days. A moment to remember their legacy.30th
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