Hilda Hilst died on February 4, 2004, in Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
Hilda Hilst passed away at the age of 73 on February 4, 2004, in Campinas, São Paulo. Her death marked the end of a prolific career that spanned over five decades, during which she produced a vast body of work encompassing poetry, theater, and prose. Despite her passing, Hilst's writings continue to be celebrated for their depth, cerebral nature, and exploration of themes such as madness, existentialism, and the human condition.