Artists & Writers · 21st Century
Anton Lavey’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Anton Lavey, Unknown
Who Was Anton Lavey?
Anton Szandor LaVey was an American writer, musician, and Satanist. He was the founder of the Church of Satan, and the philosophy of LaVeyan Satanism. He authored several books, including The Satanic Bible, The Satanic Witch, The Satanic Rituals, The Devil's Notebook, and Satan Speaks!. In addition, he released three albums, including The Satanic Mass, Satan Takes a Holiday, and Strange Music.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Anton Lavey's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Low confidence. LaVey died October 29, 1997 of pulmonary edema; his companion Blanche Barton was present but accounts of final words vary and are disputed.
Sources
- biography Burton Wolfe, The Devil's Avenger
- other Blanche Barton (companion) accounts
Legacy
Anton Lavey's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Anton Lavey’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Anton Lavey die?
Anton Lavey died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Anton Lavey’s last words documented?
Low confidence. LaVey died October 29, 1997 of pulmonary edema; his companion Blanche Barton was present but accounts of final words vary and are disputed.
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