Athletes & Sports · 21st Century
Roberto Clemente’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Roberto Clemente, Unknown
Who Was Roberto Clemente?
Roberto Enrique Clemente Walker was a Puerto Rican professional baseball player who played 18 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Pittsburgh Pirates, primarily as a right fielder.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Roberto Clemente's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Clemente died in a plane crash December 31, 1972 off Puerto Rico coast during humanitarian mission. The plane crashed shortly after takeoff; 'I have lived my truth' is fabricated.
Sources
- archive NTSB accident report, January 1973
- archive Puerto Rican Civil Defense records
Legacy
Roberto Clemente's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Roberto Clemente’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Roberto Clemente die?
Roberto Clemente died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Roberto Clemente’s last words documented?
Clemente died in a plane crash December 31, 1972 off Puerto Rico coast during humanitarian mission. The plane crashed shortly after takeoff; 'I have lived my truth' is fabricated.
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