Alan Hale

Astronomer, co-discoverer of Comet Hale–Bopp (1958–2026)

  • Fame52.7
  • Momentum2.7
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Lived 1958–2026, aged 68United States
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    1958–2026
    Aged 68
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Updated 2026-09-07

Alan Hale was an American professional astronomer who co-discovered Comet Hale–Bopp independently of its other co-discoverer, Thomas Bopp, an amateur astronomer.

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Historical20.4
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Source confidence60.0
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