Greg Quicke, an astronomer and television personality from Australia, died at the age of 62.
He was known for his passion for teaching and entertaining people.
He was referred to as Space Gandalf due to his white beard.
He was a notable figure in the town of Broome, which is around 2,000 kilometers north of Perth.
In addition to Broome, Quicke had a wide-reaching influence.
He was able to gain recognition from both the BBC and ABC through his appearances on their Stargazing Live programs.
In 2023, he was diagnosed with cancer. His family stated that he touched many people and that he brought the universe to everyone.
Millions of people around the world were able to watch Quicke’s work. He was also able to carry out his life’s work with a sense of freedom and inspiration.
His passion for philosophy and astronomy started when he was working in the Kimberley region.
In 2017, he told ABC Radio that astronomy should be accessible.
When it comes to astronomy, most people think of it as something that’s out there.
However, Quicke believes that it’s possible to take things that are already in your head and use them to your advantage.
During his 2017 appearance on Stargazing Live Australia, he took a different theoretical perspective from Professor Cox.
He had a wide-reaching media career, which included a variety of books and television programs.
Over the course of his career, Quicke had guided thousands of people on astro tours.
One of the individuals who helped launch his career was a BBC producer.
Brian Cox, a professor of astronomy, paid tribute to Quicke on his website.
He said that he was greatly affected by his passion for astronomy and that he was able to witness the solar eclipse in 2023, which was one of his most memorable moments.
Despite his condition, Quicke was still committed to his work.
In a post on his website before his death, he announced that the 2019 Stargazing Season would not be happening.
People who knew him or participated in his tours have paid tribute to him.
The tourism organization in Broome, Destination Broome, described Quicke as a rare individual who made the region a better place.
He will be greatly missed by his many fans. As a self-taught astronomer, Quicke was able to share his passion for astronomy with the public.