Neil deGrasse Tyson is a renowned astrophysicist and science communicator known for his ability to make complex scientific concepts accessible to the general public. He serves as the director of the Hayden Planetarium in New York City and has authored several popular science books, including Astrophysics for People in a Hurry. Tyson gained widespread recognition through his appearances on television shows, podcasts, and his role as the host of the rebooted series Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey. His engaging style and passion for science have inspired many to explore the wonders of the universe.