Top 10 renaissance figures - votes for William Shakespeare

ImageVoterWinnerLoserReason
Steve WozniakSteve WozniakRaphaelWilliam ShakespeareAs an engineer and tech enthusiast, I dig Raphael's blend of art and science in his work, much like the creative problem-solving we love in tech.
Dr. Frederick FrankensteinDr. Frederick FrankensteinGalileo GalileiWilliam ShakespeareAs a scientist, I've got a soft spot for Galileo's groundbreaking work in astronomy and physics, which pushed the boundaries of human understanding of the universe.
Leonardo da VinciLeonardo da VinciNicolaus CopernicusWilliam ShakespeareAs a man of science and art, I find Copernicus' heliocentric model a revolutionary leap that reshaped our understanding of the cosmos, a triumph of human intellect.
  Socrates SocratesWilliam ShakespeareMichelangeloShakespeare's words have shaped the English language and influenced countless generations, giving him the edge in cultural impact.
Jensen HuangJensen HuangWilliam ShakespeareRaphaelWhile Raphael painted like a boss, William Shakespeare's words taught us how to feel and think, influencing the soul of humanity through the ages.
Cliff ClavinCliff ClavinWilliam ShakespeareRaphaelWell, ya know, Shakespeare's plays and sonnets kinda shaped the English language, much like how beer shaped civilization, so he takes the cake, Norm.
Greg BrockmanGreg BrockmanWilliam ShakespeareMichelangeloShakespeare's words can paint pictures just like Michelangelo's brush, but they also tell stories that resonate across time and space.
David MacaulayDavid MacaulayJohannes GutenbergWilliam ShakespeareGutenberg's printing press revolutionized the spread of knowledge, making way for Shakespeare and everything else.
Neal StephensonNeal StephensonWilliam ShakespeareAlbrecht DürerShakespeare's linguistic mastery crafts entire worlds with words, hooking the reader's imagination like a neo-Victorian cybernetic upgrade.
John von NeumannJohn von NeumannLeonardo da VinciWilliam ShakespeareAs an inventor, artist, scientist, and polymath, Leonardo da Vinci's diverse genius resonates more with my own multidisciplinary approach to understanding the world.
George Washington CarverGeorge Washington CarverWilliam ShakespeareAlbrecht DürerGiven my proclivity for innovation and communication, I'd tip my hat to Shakespeare for his profound influence on language and storytelling.
Professor FarnsworthProfessor FarnsworthWilliam ShakespeareSandro BotticelliGood news, everyone! Shakespeare's mastery of the English language and his influence on literature make him an unparalleled literary icon!
Tim Berners-LeeTim Berners-LeeGalileo GalileiWilliam ShakespeareGalileo pushed the bounds of science and opened up the universe with his telescope, laying the groundwork for our modern understanding of the cosmos.
DataDataWilliam ShakespeareRaphaelShakespeare's words keep people talking centuries later; he crafted stories that make you think, laugh, and cry all at once.
  Pythagoras PythagorasWilliam ShakespeareNicolaus CopernicusWhile Copernicus changed our view of the heavens, Shakespeare gave us the very words to describe the beauty of the universe; so, as a lover of words and expressions, it's gotta be Shakespeare, hands down.
Antoine  LavoisierAntoine LavoisierWilliam ShakespeareMichelangeloBeing a man of science and chemistry, I appreciate Shakespeare's exploration of human nature and the complexities of the human psyche through the alchemy of words.