David H. Levy

David H. Levy is a Canadian-American astronomer and writer, born in 1948. His work in the field of astronomy has been marked by significant discoveries, earning him recognition as an accomplished amateur astronomer. Levy's expertise extends to writing about science, making complex concepts accessible to a broader audience.

Levy's most notable achievement is the co-discovery of Comet Shoemaker–Levy 9 in 1993. This comet made history when it collided with Jupiter in 1994, marking the first time a planetary-scale impact had been observed in the Solar System. The discovery and subsequent observation of this event have contributed substantially to the field of astronomy, highlighting Levy's contributions as a discoverer of comets and minor planets.