50 years ago, astronomers challenged claims that Barnard’s star has a planet
For decades, scientists and science fiction authors have speculated about whether Barnard’s star, the fastest moving star in the night sky and just six light-years from the sun, might host a planet (one illustrated).
M. Kornmesser/ESO
No planet for Barnard’s star? — Science News, December 1, 1973
Over the years evidence has been brought forward for planetary companions revolving around two or three stars other than the sun.