Artists & Writers · 21st Century
Roger Ebert’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Roger Ebert, Unknown
Who Was Roger Ebert?
Roger Joseph Ebert was an American film critic, film historian, essayist, screenwriter and author. He wrote for the Chicago Sun-Times from 1967 until his death in 2013. Ebert was known for his intimate, Midwestern writing style and critical views informed by values of populism and humanism.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Roger Ebert's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Ebert died April 4, 2013; his final blog post titled 'A Leave of Presence' serves as a farewell, but 'I have lived my truth' was not documented by his wife or in credible reporting as actual last spoken words.
Sources
- firsthand Chaz Ebert (widow) public statements
- newspaper Chicago Sun-Times obituary coverage
- firsthand Roger Ebert's blog final entries
Legacy
Roger Ebert's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Roger Ebert’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Roger Ebert die?
Roger Ebert died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Roger Ebert’s last words documented?
Ebert died April 4, 2013; his final blog post titled 'A Leave of Presence' serves as a farewell, but 'I have lived my truth' was not documented by his wife or in credible reporting as actual last spoken words.
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