Stephen Hawking's Accidental Death

Stephen Hawking's death was purely accidental. He clicked “shut-down” instead of “sleep”.

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The joke plays on the idea that Stephen Hawking, known for his intellect and scientific contributions, died because of a simple computer error, like clicking the wrong option on a shutdown menu. It is absurd because it is unexpected and contrasts sharply with his life and accomplishments. The humor is in the juxtaposition of his complex life and an accidental death.

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