Albert Einstein Was Also One Cool Dude, Here Are 18 Photos of Your Favorite Theoretical Physicist Being Chill

Albert Einstein was born on this date in 1879. The German-born Nobel Prize winner possessed a quick, sharp wit along with his enviable IQ, and his tendency to offset the very serious matter of general relativity with a little lighthearted humor is evident in this series of photos.

1. Tannin'

2. Relaxin'

3. Layin'

4. Bikin'

5. Smirkin'

6. Boatin'

7. Going wadin'

8. Standin' (with a doll of himself)

9. Hangin'

10. Smokin'

11. Laughin'

12. Chillin'

13. Sittin'

14. Ponderin'

15. Teasin'

16. Steerin'

17. Paddlin'

18. Yeah, I'm a genius

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