Hale-Bopp and Orion . ... 29.04.1997 . ... Credit Copyright: Dewey Vanderhoff Explanation: Comet Hale-Bopp is still brighter than most constellations . In fact, Comet Hale-Bopp may now hold the record for staying bright the longest . Last week the comet was photographed above in the same field as the constellation Orion , visible in the photograph's center, as well as with Sirius , the brightest star in the night, visible on the far left. ... Specific rights apply . ...