Jim Gates net worth and salary: Jim Gates is a Physicist who has a net worth of $150 million. Jim Gates was born in in December 15, 1950. Known for his work in the particle and theoretical physics sub-fields of superstring theory, supersymmetry, and super gravity, this renowned African-American physicist and University of Maryland professor was awarded the 2013 National Medal of Science.
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🎂 Jim Gates - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

Currently, Jim Gates is 74 years, 0 months and 7 days old. Jim Gates will celebrate 75rd birthday on a Monday 15th of December 2025. Below we countdown to Jim Gates upcoming birthday.

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Popular As	Jim Gates
Occupation	Physicist
Age	74 years old
Zodiac Sign	Sagittarius
Born	December 15, 1950 (Florida)
Birthday	December 15
Town/City	Florida
Nationality	Florida

🌙 Zodiac

Jim Gates’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Jim Gates was born in the Year of the Tiger. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Tiger are authoritative, self-possessed, have strong leadership qualities, are charming, ambitious, courageous, warm-hearted, highly seductive, moody, intense, and they’re ready to pounce at any time. Compatible with Horse or Dog.

About

Known for his work in the particle and theoretical physics sub-fields of superstring theory, supersymmetry, and super gravity, this renowned African-American physicist and University of Maryland professor was awarded the 2013 National Medal of Science.

Before Fame

After earning both his bachelor's degree and his doctorate in physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, he co-wrote a 1984 scientific work titled Superspace, or One Thousand and One Lessons in Supersymmetry.

Trivia

He frequently appeared on PBS's physics-themed NOVA programs and also created a series of videos on the topic of superstring theory.

Family Life

A native of Tampa, Florida, Sylvester James Gates, Jr. (better known as Jim Gates) was born to a United States Army officer father and spent his childhood in several different cities.