As per our current Database, Clyde Tombaugh has been died on Jan 17, 1997 (age 90).
When Clyde Tombaugh die, Clyde Tombaugh was 90 years old.
| Popular As | Clyde Tombaugh |
| Occupation | Astronomer |
| Age | 90 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Born | February 4, 1906 (Streator, IL) |
| Birthday | February 4 |
| Town/City | Streator, IL |
| Nationality | IL |
Clyde Tombaugh’s zodiac sign is Aquarius. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.
Clyde Tombaugh was born in the Year of the Horse. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Horse love to roam free. They’re energetic, self-reliant, money-wise, and they enjoy traveling, love and intimacy. They’re great at seducing, sharp-witted, impatient and sometimes seen as a drifter. Compatible with Dog or Tiger.
Astronomer who discovered Pluto, which is no longer considered a planet. He discovered nearly 800 asteroids as well as numerous stars and galaxy clusters.
His detailed drawings of Jupiter and Mars, with the use of his own homemade telescopes, landed him a job offer with the Lowell Observatory.
He was one of the first scientist to call for the serious scientific research of unidentified flying objects, or "U.F.O.s.
He married Patricia Esdon in 1934, the couple had two children.
He discovered Pluto, but the inspiration for its name came from Percival Lowell.
