  We analyze the Nobel prizes in physics for astrophysics and gravitation since
the establishment of the prize and highlight the 2020 Nobel prize for black
holes. In addition, we comment on the names that could have received the prize
in astrophysics and gravitation, and draw attention to the individuals who made
outstanding contributions to black hole physics and astrophysics and should be
mentioned as possible and deserved recipients of the prize. We speculate about
the branches of research in astrophysics and gravitation, with an emphasis on
the latter, that can be contemplated in the future with a Nobel prize.
