In Me, Earl and the Dying Girl, Rachel Kushner sadly dies after battling cancer.
Rachel's Final Moments
After Rachel watches the film that Greg made specifically for her, she is deeply moved to tears by it. However, shortly after viewing the film, she falls into a coma. Approximately 10 hours later, Rachel passes away.
The sequence of events leading to Rachel's death can be summarized as follows:
| Event | Description |
|---|---|
| Film Viewing | Rachel watches the personalized film created by Greg. |
| Emotional Impact | The film profoundly affects her, bringing her to tears. |
| Coma Onset | Soon after the film concludes, Rachel falls into a coma. |
| Passing | Approximately ten hours following the onset of the coma, Rachel dies. |
Greg's Admission and Aftermath
Following Rachel's death, Greg reveals to the viewer that he had previously lied about her not dying. He admits that he "didn't think she would," which led to his initial misrepresentation. During Rachel's shiva, a Jewish mourning period, Greg is comforted by Rachel's mother, and they share in their grief.
