August Wilson, the celebrated American playwright, passed away due to terminal liver cancer.
Timeline of His Final Months
To provide a clearer context of his diagnosis and passing, here is a brief timeline of the events leading to his death:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Diagnosis with Terminal Liver Cancer | June 2005 |
| Date of Death | October 2, 2005 |
Wilson was diagnosed with the illness in June 2005 and died just a few months later, on Sunday, October 2, 2005, in a Seattle hospital. His funeral service was subsequently held in Pittsburgh, and he was laid to rest in Greenwood Cemetery, near his mother.
