Paul Alexander, who was famously known as “the man in the iron lung,” has passed away at the age of 78. He contracted polio at the age of six in 1952, which left him paralyzed from the neck down. Due to his inability to breathe independently, he spent the rest of his life in the iron lung, a metal cylinder that supported his respiratory function. Despite his physical challenges, Alexander pursued his education and obtained a law degree, practicing law thereafter. He also authored a memoir, sharing his experiences with the world. News of his passing was shared on a fundraising website, marking the end of a remarkable life lived against extraordinary odds.