When Does Othello Die?

Shakespeare's Othello Act 5 Scene 2 - Othello Stabs Himself and Smothers Desdemona.

How does Othello die?

Othello dies by his own hand. He lies next to the deceased Desdemona and stabs himself.

What happens in Act 5 Scene 2 of Othello?

Summary: Act V, scene ii. Holding a candle, Othello stands over the sleeping Desdemona and prepares to kill her. He bends down to kiss her once before he does the deed, she wakes, and he tells her to prepare to die. ... Othello asks if Cassio has been killed as well, and Emilia informs him that Cassio is alive.

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