The Hale-Bopp Comet: A Celestial Spectacle The Hale-Bopp comet, officially designated C/1995 O1, is one of the most widely observed and brightest comets of the 20th century. Its spectacular display captivated both astronomers and the general public during the late 1990s, making it a significant event in the history of astronomy. Discovery Hale-Bopp was independently…