11 Historical Figures Who May Have Had Autism

They may not have been formally diagnosed during their lifetime, but they displayed some of the most common signs of autism.

2. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

The extraordinary composer was a musical genius who was highly intelligent. While his contributions to the world of music will live on forever, some are more focused on diagnosing the Austrian classical composer from beyond the grave. Many have labeled him a savant, while others are convinced he had Tourette’s syndrome. Some have even attributed his behavior to autism, such as his infatuation with inanimate objections, his repetitive movements, and his eccentric behavior.