The great iconic theoretical physicist, Stephen Hawking has marked all the records from his work on black holes and various discoveries. His Hollywood blockbuster ‘The Theory of Everything’ came out to be his latest achievement.
He has three children, Timothy Hawking who stayed away from all the spotlight and followed the path of his father’s achievement. This article digs into the life of Timothy Hawking, including his background, career and his relationship with his famous father — Stephen Hawking.
Who Is Timothy Hawking?
Timothy Hawking was born in the year 1979 in St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. His father’s first wife, Jane Wilde was his mother. Before his birth, Stephen Hawking was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a disease that progressively affects nerve cells. Stephen’s voice was already failing by the time Timothy was born, which greatly influenced the nature of his initial relations.
Timothy has two siblings. His elder brother, Robert was born in 1967, has pursued software engineering from Oxford University and his older sister, Lucy born in 1970. Before pursuing International Journalism, she studied Russian and French at Oxford University.
She co-wrote Hawking’s last book, ‘You and the Universe,’ which intended to provide answers to difficult scientific questions. Timothy, out of all the siblings, shared the most sacred relationship with his father. His bonding was laid by Stephen’s severe physical limitations. Timothy and Stephen shared common interests such as motor racing and even the world of science.
A Look At Timothy Hawking’s Career
Timothy has completed his graduating degrees in Spanish and French from the University of Exeter and the University of Birmingham to complete his master of science in Marketing. His first job was the role of account manager at Cogent Elliott, a firm that deals in Range Rover brochures.
Later he found a position at LEGO where he worked as a Loyalty Executive and thereafter as a brand development manager. In recent years, Timothy has focused on promoting and taking his father’s legacy to another level.
Since January 2019, Timothy has been working for Stephen Hawking Estate as a Brand development specialist. He has been working on projects that honour his father’s contribution to the field of science.
Stephen’s biggest contribution was at Bremont Hawking watch collections and Timothy Hawking was seen to work in the same. The watch collection broadly features Stephen’s work design elements and also includes wood from his desk.
Timothy’s Relationship With His Father Stephen Hawking
Timothy Hawking’s relationship with his father was unique and sacred. Initially, communication became a challenge to their bonding due to Stephen’s disease symptoms but everything changed with time.
Timothy has always followed his father’s advice and remembers one of his quotes ‘One should never be afraid to propose a hypothesis, no matter how unconventional it might seem.’ The advice has filled Timothy’s path with determination and strong willpower.
Timothy Hawking Is Preserving Stephen’s Legacy
One of Timothy’s most significant contributions has been his work with the Stephen Hawking Foundation. It focuses on facilitating research in theoretical physics and supporting individuals affected by motor neurone disease.
Through this work, Timothy has made sure to continue his father’s legacy and inspire the next generations through his discoveries and work. Timothy has made significant efforts by working with The Bremont Hawking watch collection. He gave his father a perfect gift by taking his scientific theories and blending them with his innovations.
Timothy Hawking’s Personal Life
Timothy has always maintained a low profile, away from the media and the public. His brother, Robert, is a software engineer who has worked with Microsoft, living a private life in Seattle. His sister, Lucy, is a novelist and educator, known for her children’s books that aim to make science accessible to young readers. All that is known is his work and professional accomplishments which greatly honour his father’s memory.
Conclusion
Timothy Hawking has no matter what followed every path inspired by his father. Through his work at the Stephen Hawking Estate and his efforts to continue his father’s legacy, Timothy is on a meaningful path. It honours the past of his father and at the same time looks forward to the future with his inspiration.
He indeed faced many challenges while his father was sick and suffered from a disease. His story is filled with determination and dedication. What are your thoughts on the father-son relationship? Do let us know in the comment box.
